Switchboard upgrades are commonly required to increase electrical capacity to handle modern, high-load appliances like air conditioners, heat pump hot water, solar systems, EV chargers and induction cooktops, ensuring compliance with safety standards and preventing frequent circuit breaker trips.
What financial support is available?
Council is currently offering a rebate to eligible households and small businesses for switchboard upgrades as part of round 3 of our Sustainability Rebates Program.
Sustainability Rebates Program eligibility criteria:
Only available for households and small businesses in the Shellharbour LGA
Installation must be completed from 1 July 2026 until 30 June 2027
Rebates are not available for new developments or installations on assets or land owned or controlled by State Government entities.
Must be installed by a licensed tradesperson and meet all compliance and installation standards
See Council’s Sustainability Rebate Program Guidelines for full terms and conditions.