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Switchboard Upgrades in Maitland

Old ceramic fuses and messy wiring can cause trips, hot cables, and safety risks. We replace and tidy switchboards with modern safety switches (RCDs) and surge protection—clearly labelled, compliant, and built to last.

Areas We Service

​​Maitland region:

Maitland, East Maitland, Lorn, Largs, Bolwarra, Bolwarra Heights, Tenambit, Metford, Thornton, Ashtonfield, Chisholm, Morpeth, Raworth, Rutherford, Aberglasslyn, Oakhampton, Farley, Gillieston Heights, Telarah, South Maitland, Horseshoe Bend.

 

Surrounding Hunter Valley areas:

Kurri Kurri, Weston, Abermain, Heddon Greta, Buchanan, Lochinvar, Windella, Anambah, Rosebrook, Mindaribba, Paterson, Vacy, Beresfield, Tarro, Woodberry, Hexham, Kearsley, Cessnock, Branxton, Greta, Lovedale, Pokolbin, Allandale.

Signs you may need an upgrade

  • Porcelain/ceramic fuses or mixed breakers

  • Frequent tripping, buzzing, or heat at the board

  • No RCD (safety switch) protection on circuits

  • Renovations or adding high‑load appliances (EV charger, ducted AC, induction cooktop)

  • Burnt fuse holders, brittle insulation, or overcrowded enclosures

What’s included in our upgrades

  • New enclosure and neatly arranged DIN‑rail breakers

  • RCD/RCBO protection on required circuits

  • Main switch check and upgrades where needed

  • Surge protection (strongly recommended)

  • Clean labelling of all circuits

  • Compliance testing and documentation

Our process

  • Assessment & quote – quick site check or clear photos of your current board

  • Upgrade day – power isolated, board upgraded, circuits tested

  • Compliance – test results, labels, and photos provided

  • Handover – we walk you through what’s changed and how to reset an RCD

Why choose Premium Electrical

  • Local Maitland electrician—fast scheduling

  • Clean, labelled work you can understand

  • Quality parts and workmanship warranty

  • Clear pricing and no surprises

  • Solar/battery aware—setups ready for future upgrades

Frequently asked questions

Do I legally need RCDs?

Most homes must have RCD (safety switch) protection on final sub‑circuits. We’ll check your setup and advise the compliant path forward.

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How long does an upgrade take?

A typical single‑phase board takes around half a day. We’ll confirm timing after the assessment.

 

Will power be off?

Yes, only during the works. We isolate safely and get you back on as soon as testing is complete.

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Do you install surge protection?

Yes—we strongly recommend SPD to protect appliances and electronics.

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Can you include EV charger/solar readiness?

Absolutely. We can size and label the board for future EV, solar, or battery additions.

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