How Long Does a Switchboard Upgrade Take?

A standard residential switchboard upgrade is usually completed within a day, though the exact time depends on the property and scope of work.

A typical upgrade

Replacing an old switchboard with a modern one, circuit breakers, safety switches, and appropriate labelling, generally takes 4-8 hours for a typical home, including a short, planned power outage while the changeover happens.

What can extend the job

• A more complex property with many circuits
• Difficult access to the existing switchboard location
• Discovering additional wiring issues once the old board is opened up
• Needing to also upgrade the incoming supply capacity

Power during the upgrade

Power to the property is off for part of the day while the changeover happens, your electrician will confirm timing so you can plan around it.

After the upgrade

You'll receive a compliance certificate confirming the new switchboard meets current safety standards, worth keeping for insurance or future property sale purposes.