Understanding Switchboard Upgrades: Why They're Critical for Safety and Performance

Your switchboard is the heart of your electrical system—directing power safely to every outlet, light, and appliance. But if your switchboard is outdated, it could be putting your home or business at serious risk.

Why Upgrade Your Switchboard?

Older switchboards were not designed to handle the electrical loads we use today—think air conditioners, electric vehicles, home theatres, and smart devices. An upgrade provides:

• Improved safety with modern circuit breakers and safety switches

• Compliance with current Australian electrical standards

• Capacity for additional appliances and future upgrades

• Better fault protection and fire prevention

Signs Your Switchboard Needs Replacing

• Flickering lights

• Fuses blowing regularly

• Burning smells or warm panel surfaces

• No safety switches (RCDs)

• Crackling sounds or visible damage

Gippy Electrical’s Switchboard Services

We offer full switchboard upgrades, including:

• Removal of outdated fuse boxes

• Installation of modern circuit breakers and RCDs

• Rewiring and labelling of circuits

• Testing and certification

Our team ensures minimal disruption and complete transparency throughout the process.

Upgrade with Confidence

Whether it’s for your home, office, or industrial site, a switchboard upgrade is one of the smartest investments you can make in electrical safety.