Your switchboard is the heart of your electrical system
An old or overloaded board can be a safety risk and a barrier to adding EV chargers, solar, batteries or air conditioning. Jaguar Electrical upgrades and replaces switchboards using licensed electricians and quality components.
Signs you may need an upgrade
- Ceramic fuses or an old fuse-wire board
- No safety switches (RCDs) protecting your circuits
- Breakers or fuses that trip or blow regularly
- Burning smells, scorch marks, buzzing or warm components
- Lights that flicker or dim when appliances start
- A full board with no room for new circuits
- Plans for an EV charger, solar, battery, air conditioning, induction cooktop or renovation
- A rusty, damaged board or exposed wiring
Burning smell, sparking or heat? Switch off what you can safely and call us straight away. We offer 24/7 emergency response on
1300 973 070.
Why upgrade?
- Safety: modern breakers and safety switches cut power quickly in a fault, reducing shock and fire risk.
- Capacity: handle EV chargers, heat pumps and electric cooking.
- Compliance: bring your installation up to current standards.
- Reliability: fewer nuisance trips and a clearly labelled board.
- Future-ready: room for solar, battery storage and extra circuits.
Asbestos and older switchboards
Some older boards, particularly those with ceramic fuses or older backing panels, may contain asbestos. If your board is old, don't drill, cut or disturb it. We'll advise on safe next steps and handling requirements before any work begins.
Our upgrade process
- Inspection and quote: we assess your board, supply and loads and give a clear, free quote.
- Planning: we schedule the outage to keep disruption low, especially for businesses.
- Installation: new board with circuit breakers, RCD protection and clear labelling.
- Testing: every circuit is tested before power is restored.
- Certification: Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work, plus any network operator paperwork.
Upgrades for every property
- Homes and apartments: replace old fuse boards, add safety switches, make room for new appliances.
- Commercial and industrial: upgraded distribution boards and capacity for new equipment.
- Strata and multi-residential: common-area and unit boards with minimal disruption.
- Builders and developers: switchboard installation for new builds and fit-outs.
Planning an EV charger? See our EV charger installation page.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a switchboard upgrade take?
Most residential upgrades take a day, with power off for part of it. Commercial work is planned around your operating hours.
How much does a switchboard upgrade cost?
It depends on the board size, number of circuits, condition of existing wiring and whether the supply needs work. We give a free written quote after inspecting your board.
Do I need an upgrade to install an EV charger or solar?
Often yes, or at least some modification. Chargers and solar inverters need the right protection and spare capacity. We confirm this when we quote.
Is a switchboard upgrade compulsory?
Not always, but if your board is unsafe or can't handle your loads, an upgrade is strongly recommended. We'll tell you honestly whether you need one.
Will I get a compliance certificate?
Yes. A Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work is issued on completion.