Switchboard Upgrade Sydney Experts
Outdated fuse boxes put your home and family at risk of fire and electrocution. JDS Electrical provides safe and compliant switchboard upgrades and fuse box replacements across Sydney, with same-day service, and lifetime workmanship warranty*.
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Why Upgrade Your Old Switchboard?
Outdated fuse boxes are not just inconvenient. They are dangerous. Every week, we see Sydney homes facing risks that could easily be prevented with a modern switchboard.
Reliability Issues (Power Outages)
From Bondi apartments to Marrickville terraces, overloaded circuits cause constant tripping, flickering lights, and appliance failures when you need them most.
Safety Risks (Fire + Insurance)
Ceramic fuses and old wiring can overheat, spark fires, and leave you uninsured. We see this often when completing old fuse box replacements in Sydney.
Future-Proofing for Modern Living
A modern electrical switchboard replacement ensures your home can safely handle induction cooktops, EV chargers, solar panels, and future appliances.
Compliance & Ausgrid Defect Notices
If Ausgrid has flagged your property, upgrades are mandatory. We act quickly to clear defect notices and protect your home.
What You Get With a JDS Switchboard Upgrade
Every switchboard upgrade we complete in Sydney includes everything needed to keep your home safe, compliant, and future-ready.
Licensed & Insured Sydney Electricians
Fully licensed in NSW and insured for your job. Our Sydney electricians follow Australian Standards and best practice so your home stays safe, compliant, and ready for future upgrades.
Fixed Price Quote in Writing (No Surprises)
Get a clear price up front in writing. No hidden extras and no surprise add-ons, just a detailed scope so you know what is included before we start work.
Modern Safety Switches with RCDs
We replace old fuses with modern circuit breakers and RCD safety switches. They shut off power in milliseconds to stop serious shocks and reduce fire risk for your family.
Temporary Battery Power All Day
We keep essentials running while we work, including fridge, lighting, and Wi-Fi. Our portable battery system safely powers your home for the day, so life carries on as normal.
Full Testing, Cleanup & Warranty
We test and label every circuit, then clean the work area so your home is spotless. Covered by our lifetime workmanship warranty for worry-free operation and peace of mind.
Whole Home Surge Protection Installed
We install board-level surge protection to shield appliances from voltage spikes during storms or grid faults. Helps prevent costly damage and failure, included at no charge for lasting protection.
NSW Electrical Safety Certificate Provided
On completion you receive a NSW Electrical Safety Certificate and our Compliance and Safety Report. Useful for council, insurance, and resale, and also proof the work meets current rules.
Twelve Month Maintenance Check In
We check back in twelve months to confirm everything is working properly. Prevent early issues before they grow, with expert advice included and a plan for any next steps.
Upgrade options to Match Your Needs
Not every Sydney home is the same. We tailor your upgrade to suit your lifestyle. With JDS Electrical, there are no hidden extras. Every upgrade is quoted upfront at a fixed price and delivered to the highest standards.
Standard Residential Switchboard Upgrade
Perfect for older homes still running on ceramic fuses.
Solar & EV Ready Switchboard Upgrade
Tailored for homes installing solar panels, batteries, or EV chargers.
High-Capacity / Three Phase Power Upgrade
For properties needing to support heavy appliances, workshops.
Commercial Switchboard Upgrade
Designed for strata buildings, offices, and small businesses across Sydney.
Our Simple one-Day Upgrade Process
Upgrading your switchboard might sound disruptive, but with JDS Electrical it’s quick, safe, and stress-free. Most Sydney homes are completed in a single day with minimal interruption to your routine.
Free Safety Assessment
First we inspect your switchboard, explain exactly what needs upgrading, and provide a written safety summary with a fixed-price plan.
Safe Disconnection & Installation
Then our team safely shuts down your supply, removes the old fuse box, and installs a modern electrical switchboard replacement with safety switches and surge protection.
Testing, Certification & Cleanup
At the end we test every circuit, issue your NSW Electrical Safety Certificate, and leave your home spotless with safe, reliable power restored.
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Recent Switchboard Upgrades in Sydney
We’ve completed more than 800 switchboard upgrades across Sydney, and surrounding Inner West and Eastern Suburbs, helping homeowners feel safe and ready for the future. No matter where you are we’ve seen it all and delivered high-quality, reliable results.
Moorebank Home
The home still had ceramic fuses that were overheating. We replaced the fuse box with a modern residential switchboard upgrade including safety switches and surge protection. Completed in one day with minimal disruption.
Lilyfield 3-Phase Switchboard Upgrade
Future-proofing for induction cooking appliances and air con. We installed 3-phase power and a recessed switchboard with RCBO safety switches, ready for higher loads and future upgrades.
Ashfield Apartment Strata Upgrade
The family’s circuits kept tripping when running the oven and air conditioning together. We installed a new switchboard that can now handle modern appliances and is ready for future solar installation.
Leichhardt Kitchen Renovation
Kitchen reno needed safer, higher-capacity power. We secured 3-phase, ran new overheads, installed a modern switchboard with new circuits, power points and lights, and issued a CCEW for compliance.
THE JDS Guarantee
Choosing the right electrician for such an important job is important. That’s why we back every switchboard upgrade in Sydney with guarantees that remove all the risk for you. With JDS Electrical, your investment is 100% protected and your home is in safe hands.
We guarantee your upgrade will meet Ausgrid and NSW Fair Trading standards. If it doesn’t pass inspection, we fix it free.
Every switchboard is installed by licensed electricians and backed by our lifetime workmanship warranty*.
No hidden extras or surprise add-ons, just a detailed scope and honest advice so you know what's included.
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