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Consumer unit (fuse box) upgrades

Replace old fuse boxes with modern consumer units.

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Consumer unit (fuse box) upgrades

What's included in this service

So you know exactly what you're paying for.

  • Full inspection of existing consumer unit and wiring setup
  • Safe isolation of electrical supply before any work begins
  • Removal of outdated fuse box or damaged components
  • Installation of new, modern consumer unit with RCD/RCBO protection
  • Circuit testing to confirm correct operation and load balance
  • Labelling of circuits for easy identification
  • Final safety checks and certification where required
  • Clean and tidy job completion with full compliance to regulations

May cost extra

  • Major rewiring or circuit corrections if faults are discovered
  • Upgrading main tails or meter connections
  • Relocation of the consumer unit to a new position
  • Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) if separately requested
  • Out-of-hours or emergency upgrade appointments

Is this service right for me?

This service is ideal if…

  • A safer, modern consumer unit that meets current UK electrical standards
  • Protection from tripping circuits, electrical faults, or outdated fuses
  • Improved electrical safety for your home or business
  • Professional, NICEIC-registered electricians handling the upgrade

This service is NOT for:

  • Emergency power restorations or fault-finding (see electrical repairs)
  • Large commercial installations requiring multiple consumer boards
  • Full property rewires or major electrical redesigns

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Consumer unit (fuse box) upgrades
£350