Circuit Breaker Replacement in Melbourne, VIC
What is included
What Is Included in Our Circuit Breaker Replacement
- We open the switchboard and look at the main switch, each breaker, the spare ways and the wiring behind them.
- We find which breaker trips, and what is on that circuit when it does.
- We check the circuit for overloading and faulty wiring, since a new breaker will trip again if they remain.
- The power is turned off at the main switch before any breaker is taken out of the board.
- The damaged or outdated breaker is removed and a new one of the right rating is fitted in its place.
- Terminals are checked for burn marks and loose connections, since a buzzing or hot breaker often points there.
- Power is switched back on one circuit at a time and each one is tested.
- We tell you what the board can carry now, and what it will struggle with if you add more.
Why us
Why Choose Us for Circuit Breaker Replacement?
Accountable for every job, long after the day
Every circuit breaker replacement job is done by the people who will still be here next year.
Tested and signed off before we leave
Everything we touch on your circuit breaker replacement is tested before we go, you get walked through exactly what was done.
Local electricians, not a call centre
An electrician answers the phone and the same faces come back if the job runs over a day.
How the job runs
A breaker that keeps tripping is a symptom
Describing the tripping
We answer the phone at any hour, every day. Tell us which breaker trips, how often, and what you were using when it went. Mention any buzzing or warm patches on the board, and tell us the age of the house if you know it.
Working out the replacement
A breaker is matched to the circuit it protects, so the wire size and the load on that circuit decide what goes in. If the board is old, has no spare ways or is crowded, we say so, because that changes the job. The quote covers the breaker and anything the board needs to take it.
Changeover and handover
The main switch goes off, the old breaker comes out and the new one is fitted and tightened. Power goes back on one circuit at a time, and each is tested. Before we leave, we show you which breaker is which and point out anything on the board we would watch.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What electrical services do you provide?
We do domestic and commercial electrical work. That covers repairs, circuit breaker replacement, switches, outlets, lighting, appliance installation, switchboard upgrades, safety inspections, car chargers, renovations and new builds. The services page lists each one.
What happens when I call?
You describe what is going on: which room, what the power was doing, and whether a breaker has tripped. We ask a few questions and tell you what we think it is and what the next step is. If it is urgent, we say so and deal with that first.
Do you do emergency callouts at any hour?
Yes. We answer the phone at any hour, every day, and emergency callouts run at any hour too. If something smells hot, a switch is sparking or the power will not come back, call rather than send a message.
Do you handle new builds and renovations?
Yes. For a new build we work through the electrical from the switchboard out, including power points, lighting and cabling for appliances, data and security. For a renovation we work around what is already in the walls, and we coordinate with the builder where there is one.
Can you upgrade the switchboard in my older home?
Yes. Older switchboards often struggle with the load of modern appliances and can be a safety risk. We open the board, look at what is there and tell you what needs replacing, whether that is a few breakers or the whole board.
How often should I have an electrical inspection?
About every 5 years for a standard home. Have one sooner when you are buying a property, when the home has outdated wiring, or when breakers trip often. We check the wiring, the switchboard and the circuit breakers, and you get a plain report with recommendations.
Can you install an electric car charger?
Yes. We start with a consultation on your property's electrical system to decide where the charger should go and what suits your car. If the switchboard or wiring needs work to carry it, we do that as part of the job, then test the charger and show you how it works.
Do you install and replace lights?
Yes, inside and out. That includes downlights, pendants, wall lights, LED upgrades, and outdoor and garden lighting. We can also fit switches and dimmers to go with them.
Can you add or replace outlets and switches?
Yes. We fit new outlets where you need them, swap worn or faulty ones, and replace switches. If an outlet keeps failing, we check the circuit behind it rather than just changing the faceplate.
Do you connect ovens, dishwashers and other appliances?
Yes. That includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, dishwashers, washing machines and dryers. Some need their own circuit or a hardwired connection, and we set that up and test it. We can take the old appliance away on request.
What should I send with an enquiry?
Photos help. A shot of the switchboard with the cover open (only if you can do it safely), the faulty fitting, or the room where you want the work done. Add a line on what happened just before it stopped.
Which areas do you cover, and what if my suburb is not listed?
We work across Melbourne and the surrounding areas: the south-east, Casey and Cardinia, plus Box Hill, Hampton and South Yarra. The service areas page lists the places we work most often. If yours is not there, call and tell us the suburb, because the list is not a boundary.
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Where we work
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Send a photo of your switchboard with the cover on, and a note of which breaker keeps tripping. If the labels are readable, a close-up of those helps too. That tells us if this looks like a one-breaker job.
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