Arncliffe cottages often have patched fuse boards. We replace them and check the wiring connected to each circuit.
Switchboard Upgrade Arncliffe: what we typically find
Older semis in Arncliffe sometimes share meter boxes or have tangled circuits. We work only on your side.
Each circuit is tested before the new board goes in, and labelled afterwards.
How the job works in Arncliffe
We tell you how long it will take when we quote, and the paperwork includes a Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work.
If shared equipment needs work, we'll let both owners know.
The process is straightforward: isolate the supply, replace the board, reconnect and test each circuit, label, then restore power.
Older Arncliffe meter panels may contain asbestos, so we check before work begins and take appropriate precautions.
Many Arncliffe cottages and semis were built close to the street, with the meter box on the front wall or verandah. Decades of weather can crack these enclosures and let moisture in, so we inspect the enclosure as part of the upgrade and recommend replacement if it's damaged.
If you're planning air conditioning, an induction cooktop or an EV charger, mention it when booking. We'll leave space on the new board for those circuits so you won't need another upgrade later.
Upgrading the board doesn't usually mean rewiring the house. We test every circuit first, and only circuits that fail testing need further work.
Have this ready when you call
- Photo of board and meter box
- Whether it's shared
- Planned appliances
Does your board need replacing?
- Ceramic fuses with fuse wire
- No safety switch, or only one
- The board is on an old fibre backing panel
- Breakers or fuses go when several air conditioners run
- You're adding a granny flat, solar, a battery or an EV charger
- The board shows scorch marks or makes a buzzing noise
About Arncliffe
In the older cottages and semis, we find original wiring and fuse boards that need replacing, along with too few power points. In the newer apartment buildings near Wolli Creek and Arncliffe station, the work is in-unit: power points, lighting, fault finding and EV chargers in basement car parks with strata approval.
Read more about our full switchboard upgrades service across the St George, or see our Arncliffe electrician page.
Switchboard Upgrades in Arncliffe: FAQs
Does my neighbour need to be home?
Only if shared equipment is involved.
How long will the power be off?
Usually a few hours on the day of the upgrade. We'll give you the expected window in advance.
Can you upgrade the switchboard in my Hurstville unit?
Yes. If the board is inside your unit it's usually straightforward. If it's in a shared meter room, we'll arrange access with building management.