Main information
What it could mean
A smell specifically localised at the switchboard usually points to an overheating component inside it: a breaker, an RCD, or a busbar connection.
Safety first
Don't open the switchboard to check it yourself. If you can do it safely, switch off the main breaker.
Next step
Treated as a priority since the switchboard covers the whole installation and a fault there can affect the entire home.
Frequently asked questions
Is this different from a burning smell elsewhere in the house?
Yes, a smell localised at the switchboard usually points directly to an internal component of the switchboard itself.
Can I keep using the home while it's checked?
If you've cut the main supply for safety, no; if not, avoid that area and contact us as soon as possible.
Which switchboard component is usually the cause?
Could be a breaker, an RCD, or a busbar connection; identified during the check.
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