Distribution Board Upgrade in Preston
Walker Electrical Developments carries out distribution board upgrades for commercial and industrial premises across Preston and the PR2 area. Your distribution board protects every circuit in your building. If it is outdated, undersized, or lacks the protection devices required by current regulations, it is a risk to your business and the people in it. Our NICEIC registered engineers assess your existing board, recommend the right solution, and carry out the upgrade safely and with minimal disruption.
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Why Upgrading Your Distribution Board Matters
Distribution boards in older commercial and industrial premises often lack the residual current device (RCD) protection required by current electrical safety standards. They may also be close to or at capacity for the circuits they currently serve, leaving no room to add new circuits as your business grows. Some older board types have been identified as fire or safety risks by industry bodies and insurance providers. Upgrading to a modern, properly specified distribution board resolves these issues and brings your installation into compliance.
Planned Outage and Rapid Completion
A distribution board upgrade requires a planned outage for the period of the changeover. We work with you to schedule this at the least disruptive time, whether that is outside business hours, over a weekend, or during a planned maintenance window. Our engineers are experienced at completing board upgrades efficiently, minimising the time your premises is without power. For larger or more complex installations, we may use temporary supply arrangements to keep critical systems running during the changeover.
Sized for Current Needs and Future Growth
When we upgrade a distribution board for a commercial or industrial client in Preston, we do not simply replace like for like. We assess your current load, review your future requirements, and size the new board to give you room to grow. We also review the labelling and documentation of all circuits, creating an accurate record of what each circuit serves. This is valuable not just for compliance purposes but for ongoing maintenance and fault finding throughout the life of your installation.
ABOUT US
Walker Electrical Developments was founded 25 years ago to serve the industrial and commercial electrical needs of businesses across Preston and Lancashire. From day one, we made a deliberate decision to focus exclusively on industrial and commercial work. That focus has shaped everything we do. Our electricians and engineers are experienced in environments that general contractors rarely encounter, including high-voltage distribution systems, motor drive installations, PLC control panels, and large-scale factory rewires. We are NICEIC registered and committed to delivering work that is safe, documented, and fully compliant.
NICEIC registered on every project
25 years of industrial and commercial electrical experience
Specialists in Preston, Blackburn, Lancaster and the wider PR2 area
Full public liability insurance on all works
Free, no-obligation quotes for all commercial and industrial projects
We upgraded the main distribution board for a light industrial unit on the Ribbleton Lane area of Preston for a client who had recently expanded their production capacity and found their existing board was at the point of overload. The new board was fully specified, installed, and commissioned over a single planned weekend shutdown, with the client back to full production on Monday morning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my distribution board needs upgrading in Preston?
Signs that a distribution board upgrade may be needed at your Preston premises include circuits that trip frequently, a board with no RCD protection, a board that is at or near full capacity, visible signs of overheating or burning near the board, or a recent EICR that flagged your board as non-compliant. Call Walker Electrical Developments for a free assessment.
How long does a distribution board upgrade take for a commercial premises in Preston?
Most distribution board upgrades at commercial and industrial premises in Preston are completed in a single day. Larger or more complex installations may take longer. We agree a planned outage window with you in advance and work to complete the job within it. Call 07360 544264 for a free quote and timescale.
Can you upgrade a three phase distribution board at a commercial site near Preston?
Yes. Walker Electrical Developments upgrades both single phase and three phase distribution boards at commercial and industrial premises across Preston and Lancashire. We have 25 years of experience on industrial distribution systems of all sizes. Call us for a free, no-obligation quote.
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