RCBO protection · Surge protection · Certified
Switchboard upgrades in the Blue Mountains & Penrith
Swap the old fuse box for a modern board with a safety switch on every circuit, labelled, tested and certified.
- 5.0 from 120 reviews
- NSW Lic 260121C
- Local since 2014
Your switchboard is the one part of the house every circuit depends on. A lot of homes across the Mountains and Penrith are still running boards built for a kettle, a fridge and a few lights, and they are now being asked to carry induction cooktops, ducted air conditioning, solar and a car on charge.
We replace tired boards with a modern enclosure, individual protection on every circuit and room to grow. You get a board that is clearly labelled, fully tested, and backed by a Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work.
Signs your switchboard is due
- Ceramic fuses with fuse wire, or a board with no safety switches
- Breakers that trip when the oven, heater and kettle run together
- Lights that dim or flicker when an appliance starts
- A warm board, buzzing, scorch marks or a burning smell (call us today for these)
- You are adding an EV charger, induction cooktop, air conditioning or solar
- A renovation or extension that needs new circuits and there is no room left
What goes into an NG switchboard upgrade
Protection on every circuit
Combined safety switch and circuit breaker (RCBO) per circuit, so one fault takes out one circuit and not the whole house.
A board sized for what is coming
We work out your maximum demand and leave spare capacity for the charger, cooktop or air con you have not bought yet.
Surge protection
Optional surge diverter to protect electronics from storm activity, which the Mountains gets plenty of.
Neat, labelled and photographed
Every circuit labelled in plain English. No mystery breakers.
Tested, with the numbers recorded
Insulation resistance, earth continuity, fault loop impedance and safety switch trip times measured and saved to a report.
Certified
Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work issued on completion, as required in NSW.
Three steps, no surprises
Look and quote
We inspect the board, mains and earthing, then give you a fixed price in writing.
Upgrade day
Most home boards are done in a day. Power is off for part of it and we tell you when.
Test and hand over
Full verification testing, a walk-through of the new board and your paperwork.
Why people choose us for switchboard upgrades
Licensed electricians
Not just testers or installers. If something fails or needs fixing, we can sort it on the spot.
Results you can prove
Readings are captured digitally and stored, so you get a report and not just a tick on an invoice.
The best test gear
Fluke TruTest software, a thermal camera and the Metrel DeltaPAT 3309 BT come to every relevant job.
Fixed, upfront prices
A free quote before we start, with no hidden extras.
Planned around you
We book in times that suit and work in sections where needed, so your home or business keeps running.
Local since 2014
Based in Katoomba and on the road across the Mountains and Penrith every day.
What customers say about our switchboard upgrades
120 Google reviews
“We highly recommend Nathan. He's extremely professional and reliable and did a great job of rewiring our house, which was not an easy task. We'll definitely be calling him any time we need an electrician from now on.”
2023 · Google
“I recently encountered an electrical issue while preparing breakfast for my house guest. It was a breaker that wouldn't reset. A call to Nathan got me a fast…”
2026 · Google
“Lovely Bloke. Very Professional and easy to deal with. Clearly, a very competent tradesman and reasonably priced. It’s nice to know there are still some honest tradesman around. I highly recommend Nathan.”
2026 · Google
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Switchboard upgrades: FAQs
How long does a switchboard upgrade take?
A typical house board takes most of a day. Power is off for part of that time, and we agree the window with you beforehand. Larger boards, or jobs that need the incoming mains upgraded, can take longer and we will tell you that at quote stage.
Do I need a new switchboard to install an EV charger?
Not always. It depends on the capacity of your supply and whether the board has space and suitable protection for a dedicated charger circuit. We check this as part of every EV charger quote and only recommend an upgrade when it is needed.
My board has asbestos backing. Can you still upgrade it?
Yes. Many older boards have an asbestos-containing panel. It is handled and disposed of following the required safety procedures and replaced with a modern enclosure.
Get a quote for switchboard upgrades
Answer a few quick questions, add a photo or two, and Nate comes back with a price. It takes about two minutes and beats waiting for a call back.
Start my quote- No obligation, upfront price
- Photos mean faster, firmer quotes
- Urgent jobs are looked at first
Often booked together
Electrical safety testing & reports
Every reading captured, stored and turned into a clear report with Fluke TruTest software. Proof, not a tick on a clipboard.
Find out moreThermal imaging inspections
A thermal camera sees the loose connection or overloaded breaker long before it trips, melts or stops production.
Find out moreEV charger installation
Home and workplace chargers installed properly: supply checked, dedicated circuit, the right protection, tested and certified.
Find out moreSwitchboard upgrades near you
Based in Katoomba, working across the Blue Mountains, Penrith and the Hawkesbury.