Switchboard Upgrades & Rewiring in Palmerston North
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Before and after
A recent First Tech switchboard upgrade: the old rewireable fuses came out and a new Schneider board went in, with RCD protection on every circuit and new circuit breakers.
What Manawatū homeowners say
Rated 5.0 on Google (22 reviews)"First Tech Electrical was amazing to deal with. He was very quick and efficient, with great pricing! He replaced a switch that had burnt out in our laundry, put a new heat pump in and replaced our old school circuit board. These upgrades have made a huge difference to our home. Thanks Kees for your awesome work, and we highly recommend First Tech Electrical. We will be using them again."
"Exceptional service! Turned up to wire up my little house 2 days after I called them up. Made no mess, top notch tidy work. Reasonably priced. Will be doing all my sparky work now."
"Communication was great, they installed multiple power points and switches. Everything went really smooth, would highly recommend to anyone looking for an electrician in Feilding."
"5 star +, very professional with top-notch workmanship. Would highly recommend this young man to anyone, and also went above and beyond for us."
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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