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RCBO Safety Compliant Compliant with AS/NZS 3000:2018 Wiring Rules
Switchboard Upgrades & Modern Safety Switches
Modern safety switches and switchboards designed for today's electrical loads. Replace ceramic fuses and old switchboards with modern safety switches.
★ Compliant with AS/NZS 3000 Australian Wiring Rules
Compliance & Safety First
Why Choose Nextgen for Switchboard Upgrades?
Electrical work needs to be done carefully, to the standards, and tested properly. At Nextgen Electrical and Data Services, our licensed A-Grade electricians work to the AS/NZS 3000 Australian Wiring Rules and Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) requirements. Whether you are upgrading an existing system or planning a new installation, we aim for reliable performance and a safe result.
Tested Work and Compliance Paperwork
All work is tested with calibrated equipment before sign-off. We provide Certificates of Electrical Safety (COES) for completed electrical work, which helps with insurance, resale and compliance for residential, commercial and industrial clients.
Key Advantages
What We Deliver
Choosing Nextgen Electrical and Data Services gives you:
- Complete fuse box upgrade packages replacing porcelain and ceramic fuses
- Individual RCBO safety switches (combination RCD + Circuit Breaker on every circuit)
- Surge protection devices protecting expensive smart TVs, computers, and appliances
- Main switch capacity upgrade for solar panels, heat pumps, and EV chargers
- Replacement of old switchboards, including those with asbestos backing boards, and ceramic fuse wire
Professional & Reliable Electricians Across Melbourne
From turning up on time and keeping the work area clean to upfront pricing with no hidden charges, we focus on safe work and clear communication on every project across Melbourne.
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Systematic Methodology
Our Step-by-Step Delivery Process
Every project follows a methodical, safety-first workflow compliant with Australian Standards.
Step 01
Main Power Isolation & Safety Inspection
We safely isolate the supply at the main switch and check the service fuse and existing wiring before any work starts.
Step 02
RCBO Installation & Circuit Segregation
Fuses are replaced with 30mA RCBOs (a safety switch and circuit breaker in one) on each circuit.
Step 03
RCD Trip Time Testing
Each safety switch is trip-tested to confirm it operates within the required time, which is 300 milliseconds at its rated current.
Engineered Standards
Technical Solutions & Capabilities
Quality components, RCD safety devices and compliant installations.
Full Domestic Switchboard Replacement
New enclosure (weatherproof where installed outdoors), main switch, optional whole-home surge protection and individual RCBOs.
Asbestos Backing Board Replacement
Replacement of old switchboards with asbestos backing boards, with licensed asbestos removalists engaged where required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Switchboard Upgrades
Standard circuit breakers only prevent wires from overheating and catching fire. Safety switches (RCDs) detect leaking current and cut power within milliseconds, which greatly reduces the risk of serious electric shock.
A standard domestic switchboard replacement takes approximately 3 to 4 hours from initial power isolation to final testing and restoration.
A new enclosure, individual RCBO safety switches on your circuits, clear labelling, testing of every circuit and your Certificate of Electrical Safety. Surge protection and extra capacity for solar or an EV charger can be added.
Often, yes, especially if you still have ceramic fuses or no safety switches. We check your board and supply first and tell you what is needed before you spend money on equipment.
An RCD (safety switch) detects current leaking to earth and cuts the power quickly to reduce the risk of electric shock. An RCBO does that and also protects the circuit from overload and short circuits, so one device does both jobs on each circuit.
Switchboards installed before the mid-1980s can have asbestos in the backing board. If we suspect it, we do not disturb it. We tell you what we have found and recommend testing or removal by a licensed asbestos professional before the upgrade goes ahead.
Melbourne Areas We Cover For Switchboard Upgrades
Our licensed electricians service homes and businesses in 70 suburbs across Melbourne's west, including:
ElectricianFootscrayElectricianWilliamstownElectricianSunshineElectricianCaroline SpringsElectricianTarneitElectricianTruganinaElectricianPoint CookElectricianWerribeeElectricianMeltonElectricianAltonaElectricianEssendonElectricianHoppers Crossing
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Inner Western Melbourne
- Electrician Footscray
- Electrician Seddon
- Electrician West Footscray
- Electrician Kingsville
- Electrician Maidstone
- Electrician Brooklyn
- Electrician Yarraville
- Electrician Newport
- Electrician South Kingsville
- Electrician Spotswood
- Electrician Williamstown
- Electrician Williamstown North
- Electrician Braybrook
- Electrician Maribyrnong
- Electrician Ascot Vale
- Electrician Moonee Ponds
- Electrician Essendon
- Electrician Essendon West
Western Melbourne
- Electrician Sunshine
- Electrician Sunshine North
- Electrician Sunshine West
- Electrician Albion
- Electrician St Albans
- Electrician Albanvale
- Electrician Kealba
- Electrician Kings Park
- Electrician Ardeer
- Electrician Caroline Springs
- Electrician Burnside
- Electrician Burnside Heights
- Electrician Cairnlea
- Electrician Deer Park
- Electrician Ravenhall
- Electrician Derrimut
- Electrician Truganina
- Electrician Tarneit
- Electrician Melton
- Electrician Melton West
- Electrician Harkness
- Electrician Kurunjang
- Electrician Melton South
- Electrician Cobblebank
- Electrician Strathtulloh
- Electrician Weir Views
- Electrician Rockbank
- Electrician Thornhill Park
- Electrician Fraser Rise
- Electrician Deanside
South-Western Melbourne
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