Switchboard Upgrades — Whangarei & Kerikeri
If your switchboard is full, old, or doesn't have modern safety switches, it's time for an upgrade. Gibson Electric replaces and upgrades switchboards across Whangarei, Kerikeri and surrounding areas — bringing your home up to current NZ safety standards.
What You Get
Safe switchboard upgrades
- Full switchboard replacement or RCD safety upgrade
- Removal of old ceramic fuses and unsafe boards
- Extra circuits for renovations, EV chargers or heat pumps
- RCBOs and RCDs on every circuit — full safety coverage
- Compliance certificate and 5-year installation warranty
Our Guarantee
Master Electricians NZ member
Customer Reviews
What Our Customers Say
“Knowledgeable, efficient, polite.”
Richard Myer
Google · Dec 2025
“First time using Gibson Electrical, they were great to deal with, good communication and talking through the options for what I needed. Friendly efficient team.”
Debbie King
Google · Dec 2025
“Great Workmanship and affordable.”
Benjamin Green
Google · Jan 2026
FAQ
Switchboard Upgrade Costs & Questions
A standard residential switchboard upgrade typically runs $1,800–$3,500 depending on the number of circuits, board size, and what's behind the wall. We provide a fixed-price quote after a site visit.
Common signs include: old ceramic fuses instead of breakers, no RCD safety switches, frequent tripping, scorching or buzzing, or no spare slots when you need more circuits. If any of these sound familiar, get us in to look.
Most residential switchboard upgrades take a single day. Power is off for several hours during the swap — we'll plan the day around your needs (fridges, work-from-home, etc.).
Yes — when we upgrade a board we size it for your current and likely future needs, including EV chargers, heat pumps, induction cooktops, and home batteries.
No building consent is needed but the work must be done by a registered electrician and certified. We supply the certificate of compliance and notify your lines company where required.
Ready to get started?
Get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote. We'll get back to you within one business day.
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