Consumer Unit Upgrades
An outdated fuse board can leave older wiring without modern protection. We inspect the consumer unit, assess the existing circuit wiring and quote for a compliant upgrade at your home or rental property. Contact us to arrange an inspection.
What Your Fuse Board Upgrade Changes
An electric fuse board upgrade gives each circuit clearer protection and makes future electrical work easier to manage. We label the circuits clearly, so faults can be traced without guesswork.
For landlords, updated paperwork supports compliance checks. For homeowners, the replacement can provide capacity for additions such as an EV charger, while testing highlights wiring issues needing attention first.
Better protection for circuits
Older fuse boards may not provide the protection expected in a modern home. We specify suitable RCD or RCBO protection after checking the installation.
Problems found before the change
If testing finds damaged cables, poor connections or overloaded circuits, we explain the issue before any upgrade goes ahead.
Suitable for older properties
Solid-wall homes, barn conversions and older houses often have wiring added in stages. We assess how the existing circuits work together before replacing the board.
Clear certification
After the installation, we provide the relevant electrical certification and record the work clearly for your property files.
A safer point for future work
A properly arranged consumer unit gives later electrical additions a clear starting point, reducing the risk of connecting new equipment to an unsuitable circuit.
Less disruption on installation day
We plan the board replacement around the existing circuits, explain when the power must be isolated and leave the area tidy when testing is complete.
Consumer Unit Upgrade Questions
How disruptive is a consumer unit upgrade?
If your home still has an older fuse box, we can usually replace it without rewiring every circuit. We’ll explain any remedial work needed before installation, so you can decide.
Does a consumer unit upgrade make my whole electrical system compliant?
Not necessarily. We test the circuits and explain any faults, damage or outdated wiring needing attention. The upgrade improves protection, but it cannot correct problems elsewhere within your electrical system.
How much does a consumer unit upgrade cost?
The price depends on the consumer unit, number of circuits, access and any remedial work. We assess those details before confirming the total, so you can make an informed decision.
How long does a consumer unit upgrade take?
The duration depends on circuit numbers, access and any remedial work. We confirm the expected timescale beforehand, then isolate circuits, fit the unit, test everything fully and restore power safely.
What should I prepare before a consumer unit upgrade?
Before we arrive, clear the cupboard and surrounding floor, note any equipment needing uninterrupted power, and gather previous certificates. We’ll discuss isolation arrangements before starting work with you on site.
Careful Work and Clear Advice From Start to Finish
A fusebox change is not always enough. If the existing earthing, bonding or circuit wiring needs attention, we explain why before any work starts. That gives you a clear choice rather than an unexpected addition to the bill.
During the upgrade, we protect floors and furnishings, keep cable routes orderly and test the installation methodically. We check that each circuit is identified correctly, then explain the new board and its controls before we leave.
NICEIC-registered and ECA-accredited electricians carry out the work across Warwickshire, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire and the North Cotswolds. You receive a written quotation beforehand and the relevant electrical documentation afterwards, with a clear contact point if you need advice later.