Switchboard Upgrade Sutherland Shire

Time for a new switchboard?

Ceramic fuses, or a board with only one or two circuit breakers
No safety switch, or one safety switch covering the whole house
Tripping when the pool pump, air con and oven run together
You're adding a granny flat, studio or shed with power
You're adding an EV charger or solar battery
Scorch marks, buzzing or a hot smell around the board

What we see in Shire homes

Much of the Shire was built in the 1960s and 70s: brick and brick-veneer houses in Sutherland, Gymea, Jannali, Kirrawee and Engadine. Many still have the original switchboard, sometimes with a few breakers added later. Menai, Illawong and Bangor came later, but even 1980s and 90s boards often have too few safety switches by today's standards.

Granny flats and backyard studios are common across the Shire. These usually need a sub-board and a properly sized submain from the house, and that is often what pushes an older switchboard to its limit.

What's included

New board with circuit breakers and safety switches to AS/NZS 3000
Every circuit tested and labelled
Sub-boards for granny flats, sheds and pool equipment where needed
Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work
Advice on spare capacity for future solar, batteries or an EV charger

Pricing

The price depends on the number of circuits, the condition of the existing wiring and whether a sub-board or meter panel work is needed. We'll inspect first and give you a fixed written quote.

Work on the meter, service mains or the supply cable into the property is Level 2 work, which we do not do. If your upgrade needs it, we refer that part to an accredited provider. See Level 2 electrical work.

Switchboard Upgrades by suburb

Switchboard Upgrades FAQs

Do I need a switchboard upgrade before adding a granny flat?

Often, yes. A granny flat needs its own sub-board fed from the main board, and older boards may not have the capacity or space. We'll check before you commit.

Will I be without power all day?

Usually only for part of the day. We'll tell you the shutdown window in advance.

Can you plan for solar and a battery at the same time?

Yes. We'll leave room and capacity so the next upgrade is straightforward.

Switchboard Upgrades in the Sutherland Shire