The switchboard in your home is often referred to as the ‘central hub’ of electricity and for good reason. The purpose of your switchboard is to distribute the power from your electricity provider through the many circuits in your home that power your lights, outlets, appliances, heating & cooling and pool. All the power in your home can be shut off and on via your electrical switchboard.
If you don’t know, it may be worth checking out. Often older houses or houses recently undergone renovations require a switchboard to be upgraded, to ensure the demand of the space’s power can be managed safely with the electricity coming in.
We believe that every house should have safety switch protection as this will help in the event of a fault. The safety switch limits the amount of current that can flow if a fault were to occur or if someone has come into contact with electricity and also will trip within a very short time usually milliseconds.
The reality is, switchboards do need a ‘renovation’ from time to time as well. When you understand the important job your switchboard has, you realise how critical it is to keep it safe and compliant.
Household power consumption has increased over the years with the endless electrical appliances, smart home features and other gadgets we own. Additionally, homeowners, landlords and tenants are becoming savvier when it comes to the integrity of electricity in their home and the impact on personal safety. Electrical Safety Standards in Australia have improved to increase the protection of people in their homes and the safety of electricians working in homes.
The dangers of an outdated switchboard are scary - fuses and old circuit breakers are responsible for many household electrical fires and you may not have the necessary safety switches to protect your family from electric shock.
If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, then it’s highly likely that your space should be inspected by a qualified electrician.
Let us check out your switchboard today to be on the safe side. You don’t want your switchboard to overload or overheat and in the worst case, cause a fire. The pressure on your electrical system is usually a steady rise over time and new wiring, cabling and switches may be necessary. An electrician is the only person qualified to assess your requirements and provide the solution.
