DB boards · Gauteng
DB board repairs and upgrades
Your distribution board protects every circuit in your home. If breakers keep tripping, the board is hot, or it's old and crowded, we'll inspect it and recommend a safe fix.
What you get
- Call-out and board inspection
- Clear recommendation before further work
- Labelling of circuits where we work on the board
Not included
- New board hardware until quoted and approved
- Full house rewire (quoted separately)
Scope of work
Breaker replacement
Worn or faulty circuit breakers replaced with the correct rating.
Earth leakage units
Faulty or nuisance-tripping earth leakage units tested and replaced.
Board upgrades
Old or overcrowded boards replaced with a neat, labelled modern board.
Surge protection
Surge arrestors fitted to help protect appliances from spikes.
Attendance
Two ways we come out
Booked visits and emergency call-outs are different services, with different prices.
Booked visit
- DayR750
- NightR1,200
50% PayFast deposit. Balance after inspection and agreement.
Emergency call-out
A separate premium service for priority attendance. It is not a booked night visit.
- DayR2,500
- NightR3,500
50% PayFast deposit. Balance after inspection and agreement.
Work under R3,000: we buy the materials and do the installation, then we invoice you. Work over R3,000: we send a quotation and we do not start that work until you have accepted it.
Booked work is not instant. If the van is already out, the next time we can attend is what we offer. Emergency is the premium path when you need priority attendance. One van.
BookCertificate of Compliance (CoC)
Where a Certificate of Compliance is required, we issue or advise on CoC after the installation meets SANS 10142.
Book a CoC or remedial visit →Why book Mthombeni Electrical
- Inspection first — we explain what's wrong before quoting the repair
- Pay 50% of the call-out to book; balance after inspection and agreement
- Clear day and night call-out rates
Frequently asked questions
Why does my earth leakage keep tripping?
Usually a faulty appliance, moisture in an outdoor circuit, or a failing earth leakage unit. We test circuit by circuit to find the cause.
Do I need a new DB board?
Not always. Many problems are fixed by replacing a single breaker or unit. We'll advise after inspecting the board.
My DB board feels hot — is that dangerous?
A warm or hot board, buzzing or burning smell can mean loose connections or overloaded circuits. Switch off if safe and book an inspection.
Ready to book?
Secure your slot with a 50% deposit. Balance only after inspection and your go-ahead.