Distribution Board and Circuit Breaker Replacement
The distribution board is the heart of your building’s or apartment’s electrical network – it distributes electricity across individual circuits and protects against overload and short circuits. In many Riga buildings, distribution boards were installed 30-50 years ago and no longer meet modern requirements. Outdated fuses and circuit breakers do not provide adequate protection, creating fire and electric shock risks. SIA Alpex carries out distribution board modernisation and circuit breaker replacement, making your electrical installation safe and compliant with modern standards.
Services
- Complete apartment distribution board replacement
- Floor distribution board modernisation in apartment buildings
- Outdated fuse replacement with circuit breakers
- Residual current device (RCD/RCBO) installation
- Surge protection device installation
- Electrical installation diagram development and labelling
- Phase load balancing
- Additional circuit installation for new appliances
- Energy meter cabinet replacement
- Commercial property distribution board design and installation
When to Call
- Distribution board still has ceramic fuses (plug fuses)
- Circuit breakers trip without a visible reason
- Distribution board is damaged, rusted or mechanically deformed
- You plan to connect new high-power appliances (hob, heater, air conditioner)
- Apartment electrical installation has no residual current protection
- Distribution board has no labelling and you are unsure which breaker protects what
- Heat generation or burning smell from the distribution board
Our Approach
Distribution board replacement is a responsible job that requires precise planning. First, we assess the existing electrical installation and determine the client’s needs – how many and what types of circuits are required, what appliances will be connected. Then we develop an electrical installation diagram and select appropriate quality components.
We carry out the work to keep the electricity disconnection time as short as possible. We typically complete apartment distribution board replacement within one working day. After installation, we clearly label each circuit and carry out control measurements to verify safety.
Service Area
We carry out distribution board replacement in Riga, Jurmala and the Riga District. We serve apartments, private houses, apartment building shared networks and commercial properties. Preliminary on-site inspection available.
Why Alpex?
- 25+ years of experience – we have replaced hundreds of distribution boards in various building types
- Quality materials – we use only certified manufacturer components
- Full service – from inspection to finished result
- Warranty – we provide a warranty for components and labour
- Diagram documentation – every board is labelled and documented
- Insured operations – we are insured against professional risk
FAQ
How much does apartment distribution board replacement cost?
Standard two-room apartment distribution board replacement with modern circuit breakers and residual current protection typically costs EUR 300-600, including materials and labour. We determine the precise price after an on-site inspection.
How long does distribution board replacement take?
We typically complete apartment distribution board replacement within one working day (4-8 hours). In more complex cases or larger properties, work may take 1-2 days. Electricity disconnection is only required during work.
Must the entire board be replaced, or can only the breakers be changed?
This depends on the board’s condition. If the board is in good mechanical condition and meets modern requirements, only the circuit breakers can be replaced. However, if the board is aged or does not meet standards, replacing everything together is recommended as it is both safer and more cost-effective in the long term.
What circuit breakers are recommended?
We use and recommend certified European manufacturer circuit breakers – ABB, Schneider Electric, Legrand. The specialist selects the appropriate trip curve and rated current for each circuit, taking into account the power of connected appliances.