RESIDENTIAL electrical services
Switchboard Upgrades
Upgrade Your Switchboard for a Safer, Smarter Home
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Your switchboard is the heart of your home’s electrical system, distributing power, controlling circuits, and protecting you from electrical faults. At Nixon, we specialise in modern switchboard upgrades to improve safety, capacity, and compliance. If your switchboard is outdated, overloaded, or does not meet current safety standards, our team can help you upgrade with minimal disruption and added peace of mind.
Why Upgrade Your Switchboard?
Older switchboards were never designed to handle the power demands of today’s homes — think air conditioners, induction cooktops, solar systems, and electric vehicles. Many older units also lack RCD safety switches, putting your home and family at risk.
Here’s why a switchboard upgrade is one of the most important electrical investments you can make:
Safety Compliance
New boards are fitted with Residual Current Devices (RCDs) to instantly cut power in a fault, protecting against electric shocks and fires.
Power Capacity
Prevent tripping breakers, overheating cables, and flickering lights by upgrading to handle modern loads.
Insurance & Legal Requirements
Many insurers require compliant switchboards for coverage. Non-compliant systems can also impact property sales.
Solar & EV Ready
Thinking of going solar or installing an EV charger? You’ll need a switchboard that can handle the upgrade.
Fire Risk Reduction
Old ceramic fuses and asbestos panels can pose serious hazards.
What’s Included in a Nixon Switchboard Upgrade?
We can also assist with main power upgrades, surge protection, and integrating solar, battery or EV systems.
Why Choose Nixon?
According to WA regulations, smoke alarms must be installed:
We don’t just do the job — we make sure your home is safer, smarter, and ready for anything.