Electrical Switchboard Upgrades and Installations

A switchboard is the heart of your property’s electrical system, housing everything your power supply depends on, including circuit breakers, safety switches, and wiring that distributes electricity throughout your entire home or business. At Electrical Life QLD, we make it our business to provide professional electrical switchboard upgrades, ensuring your electrical system remains safe and compliant while providing consistent, reliable power to your property.

Why Upgrade Your Switchboard?

Upgrading your switchboard is essential for maintaining the safety and reliability of your electrical system. Over time, switchboards can become outdated, with worn components that may struggle to handle the power demands of modern homes and businesses.


Some key reasons to upgrade include:

  • Safety:

    Older switchboards may not include modern safety features, such as RCDs or surge protection. These features are essential for preventing electrical shocks, fires, and damage. Upgrading your switchboard ensures your home or business is protected against these hazards.

  • Reliability:

    Over time, switches, breakers, and wiring can wear out, leading to frequent tripping, flickering lights, or power outages. A modern switchboard is built to handle the current electrical load, reducing interruptions and keeping your electrical system running.

  • Capacity for Modern Appliances:

    Today’s homes and businesses use far more electrical power than older switchboards were designed to handle. Upgrading your switchboard ensures your electrical infrastructure can safely support all your appliances.

  • Compliance:

    Older switchboards may no longer meet current codes, which can be an issue for insurance, safety, and property sales. Upgrading your switchboard brings your system in line with the latest compliance requirements. 

What Happens During an Electrical Switchboard Upgrade?

Upgrading your switchboard is a straightforward process when you partner with the team at Electrical Life QLD. Here’s what typically happens during an upgrade: 


  • Removal of the old switchboard 
  • Installation of a new switchboard 
  • Installation of new meter box (if required) 
  • Rewiring (if required) 
  • Testing & compliance checks 
  • Power restoration & certification 

Safety and Reliability Is Our #1 Priority

At Electrical Life QLD, ensuring the safety of your property and its occupants is our number one priority. That’s why it’s our goal to undertake domestic and commercial switchboard installations that are safe and compliant with current regulations. Our upgrades also provide constant, reliable power to your property, reducing the risk of outages and electrical faults while supporting all your modern appliances and systems.


Whether you’re looking to upgrade your switchboard at work or need a team to undertake a domestic switchboard installation in your home, Electrical Life QLD has the expertise and experience to get the job done.

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