Your home’s switchboard is the control centre of your electrical system, but if it’s outdated or overloaded, it could be putting your safety at risk. At Boiso’s Electrical Services, we specialise in switchboard upgrades, helping local households stay compliant, protected and future-ready.

What Is a Switchboard and Why Is It Important?

A switchboard distributes electricity throughout your home and houses your circuit breakers or fuses. It’s the key component that helps manage and isolate electrical faults. If there’s an issue like an overload or a short circuit, the switchboard is supposed to cut the power, stopping damage and preventing fires or electric shocks.

Signs Your Switchboard Needs an Upgrade

Older switchboards weren’t built to handle today’s electrical demands. If your home was built before the 1990s or hasn’t had an electrical upgrade in decades, here are some warning signs to look out for:

• Fuses instead of safety switches – Ceramic fuses don’t meet today’s safety standards and won’t protect you from electric shock like modern RCDs.
  
• Frequent tripping – If your power keeps cutting out, it could be a sign your switchboard can’t cope with the load.
  
• Burning smells or buzzing sounds – These are red flags that something might be overheating or loose behind the panel.
  
• Flickering lights – Inconsistent power supply can indicate a wiring or distribution issue in your switchboard.
  
• New appliances causing issues – Adding air con, EV chargers or a new oven might overload an old board that’s not rated for modern usage.
  

Why Upgrading Matters for Safety and Compliance

A modern switchboard isn’t just about convenience, it’s a key safety upgrade. Up-to-date switchboards include Residual Current Devices (RCDs), which cut the power almost instantly if they detect a fault or leakage of current.

This reduces the risk of:

• Electric shocks
  
• Electrical fires
  
• Appliance damage
  

Plus, under many Australian State laws, RCDs are now mandatory in all rental and sale properties. If your switchboard doesn’t meet the current code, it could affect your insurance or your ability to sell or lease your property.

Added Benefits of a Switchboard Upgrade

• Better energy efficiency – Your system will run smoother and reduce stress on appliances.
  
• Room for future growth – You’ll be ready for solar panels, smart home features or EV charging.
  
• Peace of mind – Knowing your home’s electrical system is safe gives you confidence every time you flick a switch.
  

Get It Done Right with Boiso’s Electrical

At Boiso’s Electrical Services, we’re experts in switchboard and RCD upgrades. We’ll assess your current setup, recommend the safest solution, and carry out the upgrade efficiently, all in line with Australian standards.

Whether you’re renovating, experiencing issues, or just want to future-proof your home, we’ve got you covered.

Ready for a safer home?
Get in touch with Boiso’s Electrical Services today to book your switchboard inspection and upgrade.