Your Local Switchboard Upgrades Electrician
Protect your household from electrical hazards and accommodate modern appliance loads with a premium switchboard replacement completed by a licensed A-Grade electrician.
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Service Overview
Your switchboard is the control center of your property's electrical system, distributing power safely to every room and appliance. Many older properties in Carrum Downs, Frankston, and the Mornington Peninsula still rely on outdated switchboards with ceramic fuses. These boards were engineered for a time when households ran little more than basic lighting and a refrigerator. Today, they are frequently overloaded by modern high-draw appliances like split-system air conditioners, electric ovens, and EV charging stations, creating a severe fire and electrocution risk. Jeanes Power & Electrical replaces older, dangerous ceramic fuse setups with modern, fully enclosed switchboard systems featuring combination RCBO safety switches and circuit breakers. Each upgrade is customized to your property's unique load demand and is performed in strict compliance with AS/NZS 3000 electrical wiring standards. Beyond safety, a switchboard upgrade provides the foundation required if you are planning to install solar power systems, home energy storage, or EV charging stations in the future.
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Our Step-by-Step Process
On-Site Consultation & Load Check
I inspect your current board, test the earthing system, and audit your total load capacity.
Upfront Proposal
I detail the scope of the board enclosure, RCBO count, and mains sizing with an upfront quote.
Safe Isolation & Removal
I isolate power safely, strip out old ceramic assemblies, and check for hidden wiring faults.
Installation of Switchboard Enclosure
I install a suitable switchboard enclosure based on the property and installation requirements, wiring individual safety switches.
Testing & Certification
All mandatory testing is completed before energisation of the new switchboard, following inspection and approval by a licensed electrical inspector where required.
What's Included in the Scope of Work
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Key Benefits of This Service
Life-Saving Protection
RCBO safety switches detect current leakages in milliseconds, cutting power before a fatal shock can occur.
Eliminate Fire Risks
Modern circuit breakers prevent wiring overloads and arcing, the leading causes of residential electrical fires.
Future-Ready Capacity
Provides the necessary electrical foundation for EV chargers, solar installations, and air conditioning.
Insurance Compliance
Meets compliance mandates, reducing the risk of claims being denied due to outdated electrical infrastructure.
Why Choose Jeanes Power & Electrical
Licensed Contractor (REC 25733)
Authorized to issue official certificates of safety for all installations.
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Local Electrician
Based in Carrum Downs, serving local suburbs with prompt response times.
No Hidden Costs
Upfront, fixed quoting with details laid out clearly before I begin.
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Quality Guarantee
I utilize premium components and stand behind the safety of my work.
Serving Carrum Downs & Surrounding Suburbs
Many homes in Carrum Downs, Frankston, and the Mornington Peninsula built before the late 1990s still feature original ceramic fuse switchboards. As a local electrician, I understand the local network distribution rules and Victorian regulations. I keep my van stocked with premium Australian-standard panels to ensure same-day switchboard upgrades are delivered efficiently to local residential and commercial clients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A standard residential switchboard upgrade generally ranges from $900 to $1,800 depending on the size of the board, the number of electrical circuits, and whether mains or grounding upgrades are required. I offer free, upfront quotes so you know the exact cost.
A typical switchboard replacement takes between 4 to 8 hours. During this period, the mains power must be turned off. I plan the shutdown carefully with you to minimize household disruption.
Yes. Solar inverters and EV charging stations require dedicated circuits protected by safety switches. Older switchboards do not have the physical space or thermal capacity to support these additional loads.
Circuit breakers protect wiring from overloading and melting. Safety switches (RCDs) monitor the current balance and protect human lives by preventing electrocution. Modern codes require combination RCBOs which handle both functions.
Yes. Jeanes Power & Electrical is a Registered Electrical Contractor (REC 25733). I provide a Certificate of Electrical Safety (COES) where required, with all work properly tested and documented.
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