Switchboard Upgrades
Across Sydney
Old fuse box giving you trouble? We replace ceramic fuses, fit modern safety switches, and upgrade meter boards so your home or shop runs safely and your power stops dropping at the worst times.
Every Switchboard Job, Covered
Whether your board is a 1970s ceramic-fuse relic or you need three-phase ready for a new charger, here's what a Gemelec switchboard upgrade includes.
- Ceramic fuse removal and replacement with modern circuit breakers
- RCD safety switch installation on every circuit, fully tested
- Meter board upgrades and rewiring back to Ausgrid standards
- Sub-board installations for granny flats, sheds, and extensions
- Three-phase upgrades to support solar, EV chargers, and ducted aircon
- Compliance certificate issued on completion, ready for insurance or sale
Common Reasons People Call
The Board Keeps Tripping
Power dropping when you run the kettle and the heater together? That's usually an undersized board with no spare capacity. We assess, upgrade, and balance the load properly so it stops happening.
Old Fuse Box, No Safety Switches
If your board still has porcelain fuses or no RCDs, you're outside current AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules and your insurer may push back on a claim. We bring it up to standard in a single visit.
Prep for Solar or an EV Charger
Single-phase boards often can't carry a 7kW charger or a decent solar inverter. We upgrade to three-phase, add a dedicated circuit, and leave you ready for whatever you're installing next.
From Quote to Compliance
Book
Call or send a photo of your existing board. We'll book a site visit, usually within 48 hours.
Assess
Onsite check of your meter, circuits, and what you actually need. Fixed quote, no surprises.
Fix
Most upgrades take a single day. We coordinate with Ausgrid for any meter or service changes.
Follow Up
You get the compliance certificate, labelled circuits, and a quick walkthrough before we leave.
Switchboard FAQ
How much does a switchboard upgrade in Sydney usually cost?
A straight single-phase domestic upgrade typically lands between $1,800 and $3,500 depending on circuit count, meter changes, and access. Three-phase or commercial boards sit higher. We give a fixed written quote after we look at your existing setup, not a vague hourly rate.
How long will my power be off during the upgrade?
Plan on four to six hours without power on the day. We turn off the main, swap the board, terminate every circuit, then test before re-energising. If you work from home or have medical equipment, tell us at the quote stage and we'll plan around it.
Do I need to upgrade my board before installing solar or an EV charger?
Often yes. Older boards have no spare poles, no RCD on the relevant circuit, or only single-phase service. We confirm what you need on the site visit so the upgrade and the new install go in cleanly together, instead of you paying twice.
Switchboard Upgrades, Sydney Wide
Same-day site visits across the Eastern Suburbs, Inner City, Inner West, and South Sydney. Pick your suburb.
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Ready For A Switchboard That Works?
Phone Mani direct on 0498 351 351, or send a few photos and we'll quote it back fast.