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Switchboard Upgrades & Rewiring in Palmerston North

Your switchboard is the heart of your home's electrical system. If yours still has old ceramic fuses or trips constantly, it is not just inconvenient, it can be a real safety risk. Older boards often lack the RCD protection that modern homes need.

We upgrade switchboards and carry out full rewires across Palmerston North and Feilding. We will bring your board up to current standards with proper safety switches, so your home is safer and ready for modern demands like heat pumps, EV charging and more appliances.

Why it's worth doing right

Safer home

Modern RCDs cut the power in a fraction of a second to protect your family from electric shock.

Fewer nuisance trips

A properly sized board handles today's appliances without constantly tripping.

Ready for the future

A modern board is ready for heat pumps, EV chargers and added circuits down the track.

Not sure if your board needs upgrading? We will take a look and give you honest advice. If it is fine, we will tell you. If it is a safety risk, we will explain why and what it takes to put it right.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if my switchboard needs upgrading?

Common signs are old ceramic or rewireable fuses, frequent tripping, a board that buzzes or smells hot, or no RCD safety switches. If any of those sound familiar, it is worth getting it checked.

Do I need a switchboard upgrade for a heat pump?

Sometimes. If your board is old or full, it may need work to safely add a heat pump circuit. We will check this as part of your heat pump quote so there are no surprises.

How long does a switchboard upgrade take?

Most domestic switchboard upgrades are done in a day, with the power off for only part of that. We will give you a clear timeframe when we quote.

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