Switchboard upgrades & fuse box replacements

An outdated switchboard can put your home at risk. We upgrade old fuse boxes to modern switchboards that improve safety, reliability, and performance.

Is your switchboard holding your home back?

Your switchboard is the control centre of your electrical system. If it is outdated, it may not be able to safely handle modern demand.

You may need an upgrade if:

  • You still have old porcelain fuses

  • Circuits trip regularly or unpredictably

  • You are renovating or adding new appliances

  • There is no RCD (safety switch) protection installed

  • Your home wiring has been updated but the switchboard has not

Upgrading your switchboard is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your home and the people in it.

What we do

We replace outdated switchboards with modern systems designed for safety, clarity, and future use.

Our service includes:

  • Removal of old fuse boards

  • Installation of modern switchboards with RCD protection

  • Labelling and organising circuits clearly

  • Ensuring compliance with current New Zealand standards

  • Allowing capacity for future upgrades such as EV chargers or additional circuits

We take care to deliver a clean, well-organised finish that makes your system easy to understand and reliable to use.

Smart switchboards with Basis

We install New Zealand-made Basis smart boards that take your switchboard to the next level, combining safety with real-time energy insights.

Our service includes:

  • Installation of Basis smart switchboards

  • Real-time monitoring of your home’s energy use

  • Clear visibility of individual circuits

  • Smart alerts for faults or unusual activity

  • Seamless integration with new or upgraded systems

Basis is a preferred choice because it is designed for New Zealand homes, built to a high standard, and gives you practical control over how your home uses power, not just protection.

Why choose us

  • Local, reliable electrician servicing Wellington, Hutt Valley & Kapiti

  • Clear communication and honest advice

  • High-quality workmanship that lasts

  • Registered electrician (EWRB E 277506), Master Electrician NZ and Electrical First Aid trained

  • Tidy, respectful work in your home

  • Show up when we say we will

FAQs

  • An RCD (residual current device) quickly cuts power if it detects a fault, helping prevent electric shock and reducing fire risk.

  • Most upgrades can be completed within a day, depending on the complexity of the system.

  • Older systems can still function but may not meet current safety standards. An upgrade improves both safety and reliability.

  • Yes, this is often the best time to do it.

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Upgrade your switchboard with confidence.

Get in touch today to improve the safety and performance of your home’s electrical system.