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Switchboards are the Heart of Your Home's Electrical System
Upgrading your home’s switches and power points isn’t just about replacing the old with the new—it’s about improving the safety, functionality, and overall look of your home. Modern switchboards offers numerous benefits that can transform your living space.
Enhanced Safety
odern switchboards provide better protection against electrical hazards.
Improved Reliability
New switchboards are more reliable and less likely to cause power disruptions.
Future-Ready
Upgrading ensures your electrical system can handle additional circuits and modern appliances.
Switchboards Through the Ages
Switchboards have evolved significantly over the years, and the type you have can tell a lot about its safety and reliability. Here’s a look at different types of switchboards.
Old Ceramic Fuse Switchboards (Pre-1960s)
Typically found in homes built before the 1960s, these switchboards have an asbestos backboard and ceramic fuses. They are outdated and pose safety risks due to exposed live terminals when replacing fuse wires.
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Ceramic fuses do not protect against fatal electric shocks and can create fire hazards if not correctly managed.
Switchboards from the 1960s-1980s
These switchboards often feature miniature circuit breakers (MCBs) instead of fuse wires. While they were a significant improvement at the time, their age now makes them less reliable, with MCBs that may stick or fail to reset.
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These boards are over 30 years old and may not trip properly, increasing the risk of electrical faults.
Modern Switchboards
Today’s switchboards are flush-mounted and equipped with RCD protection. They offer a higher level of safety by preventing fatal electric shocks and include MCBs to protect against short circuits and overcurrents.
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Ceramic fuses do not protect against fatal electric shocks and can create fire hazards if not correctly managed.
Enhance Your Electrical System with Switchboard Upgrades
Beyond the basic upgrade, modern switchboards offer additional features that can further protect and optimize your home’s electrical system.
Surge Protection
Protect your entire home from sudden spikes in electrical voltage with a DIN rail-mounted surge protector. This device is more effective than individual plug-in protectors and is a cost-effective way to safeguard your electronics and appliances.
Timers
Install DIN rail-mounted timers to automate the control of high-demand devices like pools, spas, hot water systems, and exterior lighting. Available in both analog and digital formats, these timers offer flexibility with 24-hour or 7-day scheduling.
Home Automation
Integrate your switchboard with the Legrand Home Gateway Module to connect smart switches and sockets to your wireless network, allowing remote control of circuits via the Legrand Home + Control app and voice assistants for easy home automation.
Our Switchboard Upgrade Process
Upgrading your switchboard with Strike Electrical is a straightforward and efficient process:
1Consultation & Assessment
We assess your current switchboard and electrical system to determine the best upgrade options.
2Professional Installation
Our licensed electricians handle the installation, ensuring all components are up to code and your home is protected.
3Final Inspection & Certification
We thoroughly test the new switchboard, ensure everything is functioning correctly, and provide a Certificate of Compliance.
Why Choose Strike Electrical for Switchboard Upgrade Services Near You?
Proven Expertise
We have successfully upgraded hundreds of switchboards, ensuring each home is equipped with a safe and reliable electrical system.
Licensed and Certified
Our team consists of fully licensed electricians who adhere to the highest safety standards, ensuring your upgrade meets all regulatory requirements.
Transparent Pricing
We provide clear, upfront quotes with no hidden fees, so you know exactly what to expect from the start.
Commitment to Quality
We only use top-grade materials and components, ensuring your switchboard upgrade stands the test of time.
Frequently asked Questions
Got a question about our quotes or electrical services? Check out the FAQs below or contact us at 0508 787 453 or email us at info@strike.net.nz
How do I know if I need a switchboard upgrade?
There are several reasons why you may need a switchboard upgrade
- If you are regularly have fuses blowing
- If your switchboard has ceramic fuses on it, this indicates it will be atleast 50 years old and probably the original that was put in when the house was built.
- If you hear funny noises like fizzing sounds or there are heat marks on the fuses
How much does a switchboard upgrade cost?
Switchboard upgrades start from $1500 + GST . This will include:
- New 30 way recessed switchboard
- New main switch, 3 RCDs and 11 circuit breakers
- Inspection
- Testing
- Certificate of compliance
There are several factors which determine the cost
- Number of sub circuits will determine how many circuit breakers and RCDs need to be installed, which will determine the size of the new switchboard too
- Ease of access. If the switchboard is located outside or in a location that doesn’t not meet the current regulations, it may need to move to meet code
- The condition of the existing wiring. Sometimes we will need to rewire before we can upgrade the switchboard
- Where the electricity meter is located. If it is outside in its own box, the cost of the switchboard upgrade will be less than if the meter is mounted on the switchboard
How long does a switchboard upgrade take?
We complete domestic switchboard upgrades within 1 day. The power will usually go off around 8am and power will be reinstated usually by about 5pm. We are unable to provide temporary power during this time as all power coming to the house is turned off. As long as the fridge and freezer are kept shut for the day, there will not be any issues with food going off