Switchboard Upgrades

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Switchboard Upgrades

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Responsible for directing electricity from the main supply to various circuits around your home or commercial building, your switchboard is the central hub of your properties electrical wiring. If your switchboard is old or bordering on faulty, now is the time to consider an electrical switchboard upgrade. As the central source to numerous outlets around your home or office, a switchboard replacement or switchboard upgrade in Melbourne is crucial to your family and co-workers safety. There are many types of electrical switchboards, some of which are more suited to different types of properties than others. As such, it is important to make sure you have an electrical safety inspection to ensure you have the correct unit in place. Our will provide all the advice needed to make sure you choose the correct switchboard for your needs.

Switchboard Upgrades

The electrical switchboard is an important part of all electrical circuits as this controls every flow of electrical current. The switchboard distributes electricity from one electrical source to another. The board contains switches that essentially redirect the flow of electricity, and supplies power to the transformers, panels and other equipment to get further distributed. The electrical switchboard gets its power from a generator from a major power source, as such, it has a lot of control over the whole electrical flow in the property. Talk to one of our friendly team members today to get a switchboard upgrade.

What do you get with a switchboard upgrade?

When you purchase a switchboard upgrade or replacement from All Electrics Melbourne, you will receive the following:

  • A new switchboard with individual Clipsal RCBOs.
  • New Earth Electrode.
  • Prescribed Electrical Safety Certificate

 

Why upgrade a switchboard?

Besides on the nuisances of flickering lights, short-circuiting appliances and overcrowded appearances, a new RCBO will instantly break an electric circuit to prevent electric shock – protecting your family and co-workers. What’s more, any additional electrical work in your home requires RCD (residual current device) protection on the circuit. Your house may also be quite old and, therefore, may have an older switchboard. This is very important as there may be new rules and regulations compared to when the switchboard box was installed.

What is an RCBO?

An RCBO is a combination of an MCB (miniature circuit breaker) and an RCD. All Electrics Melbourne always installs RCBOs, as this is the best way to protect you and your house. What’s more, RCBO faults are easier to find and you only lose 1 circuit in your house as opposed half of your home if you have a faulty appliance. The process for calculating the size of the switchboard and cabling enables us to select the right incoming supply to suit your electrical needs. We configure circuits from the switchboard to comply with all current legislative requirements. This keeps you and your family or staff safe. The circuit protection is upgraded. Older switchboards, in particular, need circuit protection upgrades so that we can do extra work. We do this in the most cost-effective way for you to get the best outcome without the high cost.

Get a Certificate of Compliance:

If you need to have electrical work completed on your property, usually the electrician will give you a numbered “Certificate of Compliance Electrical Work as a sign of proof that the work has been properly tested and checked and aligns with the current rules and regulations. This is an important piece of information to keep for future electrical work that needs to be done, as there will be a record of the work done.

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Local Switchboard Upgrades in Melbourne

All Electrics Melbourne are the highest skilled and licensed electricians, we are insured electricians providing prompt, professional electrical services in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs. With the amount of training and knowledge our team has, we will provide you with the best advice possible when looking at a domestic electrical switchboard upgrade. With more than two decades of experience in all things electrical, we can solve your fusebox problems and offer guaranteed customer satisfaction no matter the size of the job. There is no such thing as a job being too big or too small, we dedicate ourselves to ensuring the job is done correctly and efficiently. 

 

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Frequently Asked Switchboard Upgrade Questions

What material is a switchboard?

Switchboards are usually made up of insulating materials like PVC, bakelite, and polycarbonate sheets.

The purpose of switchboards is to safely distribute electricity through the whole facility, whether it’s a residential unit, industrial facility, or commercial unit. 

A switchboard structure usually comprises of a frame, instrumentation, bus, overcurrent protective devices, exterior covers and enclosures. The switchboard frame is a skeleton that contains all the other components. Since it also houses a fuse for every circuit, it needs to be made of insulating materials.

Do you upgrade all switchboard types?

All Electrics Melbourne provides switchboard replacement and upgrade services for all types of switchboards. With every service, you will receive.

  • A brand-new switchboard
  • Earth Electrode replacement
  • An electrical safety certificate

There are many reasons why people go for a switchboard upgrade –

  • Your switchboard has gotten older and is most likely overloaded
  • You want to lower the risk of fire in your building
  • Your circuit breaker is tripping constantly
  • Your switchboard is no longer compliant with the current regulations
  • You want to shift to a smarter switchboard

All Electrics Melbourne is here to provide you with the most efficient switchboard upgrades from our skilled technicians. Call us today to know more.

When should I replace my electrical system?

Electrical systems usually have a life expectancy of 25 to 40 years. If you are living in an older building, it’s a good idea to get your electrical system replaced immediately.

Electrical systems are built to last for a long time, but that does not make them immune to destructive environmental factors. Common electrical issues are bound to occur over time, like loose connections, tripping circuit breakers, excessive heat, dimming lights and rodent damage. 

Get your electrical systems replaced with All Electrics Melbourne before it’s too late.

How long does a switchboard replacement take?

The process of switchboard replacement usually takes around 3 to 5 hours. 

In this whole process, our skilled technicians will take all the necessary safety precautions. They will also thoroughly inspect the grounding system to ensure that it is fully functional. At the end of the service, a series of electrical tests will be done to ensure that the switchboard is working as required.

What other electrical services do you provide?

At All Electrics Melbourne, we provide a range of domestic and commercial electrical services.

Our residential electrical services consist of –

As for commercial electrical services from All Electrics Melbourne, we cover –

Why should you use a 3-phase power switchboard?

A 3-phase power switchboard is usually considered to be better at delivering more power as compared to a single-phase power switchboard. This makes them very useful for delivering electricity to commercial and industrial buildings that require power-heavy machinery.

  • 3-phase systems can support the power load of power-heavy appliances.
  • They are reliable at keeping your systems safe.