SWITCHBOARD UPGRADES & ELECTRICAL SAFETY

  • $0 call-out fee & fixed upfront quotes
  • Modern safety switch (RCD) & circuit breaker installs
  • Old ceramic fuse box replacements & mains upgrades
  • Full electrical safety & compliance certificates provided

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    Upgrade Your Hot Water & Save

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    Drain
    Clearing

    Complete Drain Clear + FREE CCTV Inspection

    SPECIAL DEALS

    Hot Water Upgrades

    Upgrade Your Hot Water & Save

    SPECIAL DEALS

    Seniors Discount

    Valid on any plumbing, electrical or gas job

    SPECIAL DEALS

    Call Out
    Fee

    No upfront dispatch charge on any completed job

    Is Your Old Switchboard a Risk?

    Many homes in the Illawarra still rely on outdated electrical boards that weren’t built for modern power demands. An aging switchboard is more than an inconvenience; it can be a serious safety hazard.

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    CERAMIC FUSES

    Old-style pull-out fuses don’t trip fast enough to prevent a lethal electric shock and are a leading cause of house fires.

    NO SAFETY SWITCHES

    If your board lacks RCDs (Safety Switches), there is nothing to cut the power instantly if a person touches a live wire or a faulty appliance.

    OVERLOADED CIRCUITS

    Modern appliances like air conditioners and induction cooktops can overwhelm old wiring, leading to melted cables and constant tripping.

    ASBESTOS BACKING

    Many older switchboards are mounted on asbestos panels, which require professional handling and replacement to keep your home safe.

    Complete System Modernisation

    We ensure your entire electrical hub meets current safety regulations by upgrading every critical component:

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    RCD SAFETY SWITCHES

    We install individual safety switches on your circuits, so a fault in one room doesn’t leave the rest of your house in the dark.

    02

    CIRCUIT BREAKERS

    Modern breakers protect your home’s wiring from overheating and catching fire during an overload.

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    SURGE PROTECTION

    We can install whole-home surge protection to shield your expensive electronics from grid spikes.

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    FULL TESTING

    Once installed, we test every circuit to ensure it is 100% safe and operating correctly before we leave.

    One Call. Two Trades.

    Seamless trade coordination for major upgrades.

    Often, a switchboard upgrade is required when you install a new electric hot water system. These units use a lot of power, and older fuse boxes simply weren’t built to handle the load. Because we are licensed in both plumbing and electrical, we coordinate the entire project for you. We install your hot water system and upgrade your switchboard at the same time, giving you a single point of contact and one clear price for the whole job.

    Switchboard & Safety FAQs

    If you still have ceramic fuses, see black soot marks around your breakers, or hear a buzzing sound coming from the box, you should have it inspected immediately.

    Most residential upgrades take between 4 to 8 hours. We coordinate with the energy provider if needed and ensure your power is back on by the end of the day.

    Yes, if the tripping is caused by an overloaded circuit or a faulty old breaker. A modern board ensures your power is balanced and protected by current technology.

    A circuit breaker protects your cables from catching fire due to overload. A safety switch (RCD) protects people from being electrocuted by cutting power in milliseconds.

    Generally, yes. Most older boards do not have the capacity or the specific safety components required to safely run high-load systems like EV chargers or solar inverters.

    Serving the Illawarra from Thirroul to Gerringong

    Jones & Co. Services is an independent local business, not a big franchise. Our fully equipped trade vehicles are stationed across the Illawarra, giving you fast dispatch times and local plumbers who know our specific coastal drainage systems.

    NORTHERN SUBURBS

    • Helensburgh
    • Thirroul
    • Austinmer
    • Bulli
    • Woonona
    • Corrimal
    • Russell Vale
    • Balgownie

    WOLLONGONG CENTRAL

    • Wollongong CBD
    • Fairy Meadow
    • Gwynneville
    • Keiraville
    • Figtree
    • Unanderra
    • Kembla Grange
    • Dapto

    SOUTHERN SUBURBS

    • Horsley
    • Albion Park
    • Tullimbar
    • Shellharbour
    • Shell Cove
    • Kiama
    • Gerringong

    Upgrade Your Home’s Safety

    Don’t wait for a failure or an electrical fire. Call us for a professional inspection and an upfront quote on a modern switchboard upgrade.

      CALL 0423 777 559 $0 CALL-OUT FEE