Switchboard Upgrades — Richmond, VIC
Switchboard Upgrade Richmond
Old fuse-wire switchboards are a fire hazard and can't support modern electrical loads. Our A-Grade electricians upgrade switchboards across Richmond and inner Melbourne — fully compliant, safety-switch fitted, and completed in a single day.
What we do
Full switchboard upgrade & safety switch installation
We replace old ceramic fuse boards with modern circuit breakers and safety switches, bringing your home or business up to current Australian Standards. All work is inspected and certified.
Call for a free quote- Fuse-wire to circuit breaker switchboard replacement
- Safety switch (RCD) installation
- Switchboard upgrade for EV charger or solar
- Three-phase switchboard installation
- Additional circuit installation
- Mains cable upgrade
- Compliance certificate & inspection
- Rental property switchboard compliance
Why Richmond Hill Electrical
Switchboard specialists with 25+ years experience
Same-day completion
Most switchboard upgrades are completed in a single day. We minimise downtime and leave your home or business fully powered before we leave.
Fully compliant
Every switchboard upgrade is inspected and issued with a Certificate of Electrical Safety. We meet all Victorian regulatory requirements.
Rental & insurance ready
We provide the compliance documentation landlords and insurers require. Outdated switchboards are a common reason insurance claims are rejected.
Switchboard upgrade FAQs
How much does a switchboard upgrade cost in Melbourne?
A standard residential switchboard upgrade typically costs $1,200–$2,500 depending on the size of your home and the number of circuits required. Call 0409 422 009 for a free quote.
Do I need a switchboard upgrade?
If your switchboard has ceramic fuses or rewireable fuse-wire, it should be upgraded. Signs you need an upgrade include frequently tripping fuses, no safety switches, or planning to install an EV charger, solar, or air conditioning.
How long does a switchboard upgrade take?
Most residential switchboard upgrades take 4–8 hours and are completed in a single day. We'll confirm the timeframe when we quote.
Is a switchboard upgrade required for rental properties?
Victorian rental regulations require safety switches on all power circuits in rental properties. If your rental property has an old fuse board without safety switches, an upgrade is required by law.
Do you service Richmond and surrounding suburbs?
Yes — we cover Richmond, Hawthorn, South Yarra, Toorak, Cremorne, Prahran, Armadale, Kew, and all of inner Melbourne.
Get a free switchboard upgrade quote
Call us or request a quote online. We'll assess your existing board and give you a clear, fixed price.
0409 422 009