Safety Switches & Switchboards Gold Coast
If you’re undergoing a renovation or simply replacing your home’s appliances, it’s the perfect time to consider updating your electrical switchboard too.
Older style buildings and homes that have ceramic, rewireable fuses are slow to react to electrical faults and pose a high risk of electrical shock or fire. On the Gold Coast, it’s mandatory that all switchboards have a safety switch that will isolate the circuit during an electrical fault. 
Our qualified Gold Coast team can upgrade your switchboard to prevent overloading and short-circuiting, optimise your power supply and ensure overall household safety. We will work alongside you to diagnose your electrical situation and determine if your switchboard will require a repair or a replacement. If you live on the Gold Coast and need your switchboard examined, our experts will ensure the job is completed properly and that you receive an upgrade that maximises safety and matches the power needs of your household.
Talk to the experts
As a team of expert electricians with over 20 years of industry experience, we’ve worked hard to earn the trust of our valued clients. As a result, building relationships with our customers and providing them with an excellent experience and premium workmanship will always be our top priority. That’s why we are dedicated to solving your switchboard issues quickly and getting it right the first time around. Better yet, we offer free quotes and fixed pricing options that are both affordable and competitive.
To organise a switchboard upgrade for your Gold Coast property, talk to an expert and get in touch today.
FAQs
What does a safety switch do?
An electrical safety switch will isolate a circuit on your switchboard in the event of an electrical fault. This helps avoid issues such as other circuits being simultaneously shorted and also helps prevent other serious issues like fires too. These requirements are mandatory for switchboards on the Gold Coast.
How do I know when my safety switch or switchboard needs upgrading?
One of the best times to opt for a switchboard upgrade on the Gold Coast is when you’re conducting renovations or have recently installed new large-scale appliances, such as a refrigerator or washing machine. However, if it’s been a few years since it was last repaired or replaced, it may be worth speaking to a residential electrician in order to ensure that it’s still safe.
How often should you upgrade your safety switch?
There’s no hard and fast rule for when you should upgrade your safety switch, but some of the common signs include frequent power outages or if you still have an older-style switchboard with ceramic, rewirable fuses. These older models are more prone to short-circuiting, causing power outages and, potentially, fires in the process.
What do I do if my safety switch keeps tripping?
Problems with your safety switches on the Gold Coast? Just get in touch with the team at Newman Electrical Co. We’ll be happy to help — we can easily determine whether it needs to be repaired, replaced or upgraded.
Do you need an electrician to upgrade or fix a safety switch?
Yes. Electricians have the necessary technical knowledge and safety training in order to carry out a safety switch installation or repairs. Attempting to do so yourself can be extremely dangerous, so please make sure that you get in touch with us if you know that repairs are required.
How much does it cost to upgrade or fix a safety switch?
The cost involved in upgrading or repairing a safety switch varies depending on the age, complexity and size of the system. However, we’re more than happy to provide you with a quote for your system before we start undertaking any work. Simply get in touch with us, and we’ll be able to talk you through the process.
Why trust Newman Electrical Co for safety switch and switchboard upgrades and repairs on the Gold Coast?
Here at Newman Electrical Co, we’ve got more than 20 years of experience in the industry, working on both commercial and residential sites. But more importantly, we’re locals — we know the area, and therefore we know the kinds of challenges your electrical system is likely to face and how we can effectively address them.
So don’t delay — speak to the experts at Newman Electrical Co today. We look forward to assisting with any electrical safety switch issues you may be having.