Metering and Meter Upgrades in Point Clare
Old meter, moving house or adding solar? Metering is the wiring and equipment between your service mains and your switchboard, and only a Level 2 ASP is licensed to touch it. Electrician Point Clare is Level 2 ASP accredited on Ausgrid, so we handle it all in-house.
Trusted Metering Specialists in Point Clare
Our local, family-owned team of licensed electricians and Level 2 ASPs holds Electrical Licence #451348C, accredited to connect meters directly to the Ausgrid network. Metering work most electricians have to sub out, we do ourselves, with $0 call-out fees, free quotes and fixed upfront pricing for Point Clare homes.
Call (02) 4063 3477 now for a free, fixed-price metering quote.
Our Metering Services in Point Clare
New Meter Installs
We supply and install new meters for renovations, new builds and granny flats, connected and commissioned to Ausgrid requirements.
Meter Upgrades
Older single-phase meters are upgraded to handle modern household load, solar exports or three-phase supply where needed.
Meter Relocations
Renovating your switchboard location or meter box? We relocate the meter safely, coordinating any required Ausgrid approval.
Solar & Smart Metering
We install solar-ready and smart meters for homes adding solar panels or wanting better visibility of household usage.
Off-Peak Metering
Where off-peak circuits suit your hot water or heating setup, we install the metering to support it correctly.
Why Metering Choice Matters for Point Clare Homes
Point Clare's mix of postwar cottages and later infill homes means many properties are still running original metering equipment, so the decision on upgrading it matters:
- Older meters may not support solar exports or smart monitoring
- Undersized single-phase metering can limit renovations and added appliances
- AS/NZS 3000 compliance may be required before a sale or lease
- Workmanship and coordination with Ausgrid vary significantly between installers
- A poorly relocated meter can create compliance issues at sale time
If your board is due for a broader upgrade alongside new metering, ask about our switchboard upgrades as well.
Common Metering Problems We Fix Across Point Clare
Original single-phase meters in older homes
Many mid-century and 1970s-80s Point Clare homes still run their original metering, which we upgrade to support modern appliances and solar.
Meters needing relocation for renovations
Where a kitchen or switchboard renovation moves the meter box location, we manage the relocation and Ausgrid coordination.
Burning smell or heat at the meter box
A meter box burning smell is a Level 2 emergency, so we prioritise these calls to inspect and repair the connection.
No visibility of solar or usage data
Homes adding solar panels often need a smart or solar-ready meter, which we install as part of the broader upgrade.
How it works
How Our Metering Process Works in Point Clare
Meter Assessment
We inspect your existing meter, connection and switchboard to confirm what install, upgrade or relocation is required.
Upfront Quote
You receive one fixed quote covering the metering work and any Ausgrid coordination, with no surprises later.
Professional Installation
Our Level 2 ASP team installs, upgrades or relocates the meter, liaising with Ausgrid wherever network approval is needed.
Testing & Handover
Every metering job is tested and signed off to AS/NZS 3000 before we hand your property back with full power restored.
Why Point Clare Customers Choose Us for Metering
Metering work sits right at the boundary between the network and your home, so Point Clare homeowners rely on our Level 2 ASP accreditation to get it connected correctly and compliantly the first time.
Level 2 ASP Accredited
We are accredited to connect meters directly to the Ausgrid network, work most general electricians cannot legally perform.
300+ Five-Star Reviews
Point Clare homeowners rate our metering and Level 2 work five stars across 300+ genuine reviews.
$0 Call-Out & Free Quotes
We never charge to inspect your meter or provide a fixed quote for install, upgrade or relocation work.
Lifetime Labour Warranty
Every metering job we complete is backed by a lifetime labour warranty on our workmanship.
Metering Across Point Clare and Surrounding Areas
We install, upgrade and relocate meters across Point Clare, Gosford, Point Frederick and the wider Central Coast region.
Book Your Metering Upgrade in Point Clare: Free Quote and $0 Call-Out
Call (02) 4063 3477 now for a free metering quote in Point Clare. Enjoy $0 call-out fees, fixed upfront pricing and Level 2 ASP accreditation on the Ausgrid network.
Common questions
Metering FAQs
Here is what Point Clare homeowners most often ask before booking metering work with our Level 2 ASP team.
How does pricing work for a meter install or upgrade?
We inspect the existing meter and connection, then give you one fixed, upfront quote for the install, upgrade or relocation with no surprise costs.
How long does a meter upgrade take to complete?
Most meter upgrades or relocations are completed in a single visit, including coordination with Ausgrid where a network approval is needed.
Is metering work covered by a warranty?
Yes, every meter install, upgrade or relocation is backed by our lifetime labour warranty on the workmanship involved.
What standards do you install and connect meters to?
All metering work is completed to AS/NZS 3000 and connected in line with Ausgrid network requirements as a Level 2 ASP.
Do I need Ausgrid approval to relocate my meter?
Yes, meter relocations and most new connections need Ausgrid coordination, which our Level 2 ASP team manages on your behalf.
Can you upgrade an old meter in a Point Clare property to solar or smart metering?
Yes, we regularly upgrade original meters in Point Clare's postwar and later homes to solar-ready or smart metering as part of a renovation or upgrade.