- Modern consumer unit with RCD/RCBO protection
- Fitted to current wiring regulations (BS 7671)
- Full testing and certificate on completion
- Power off for as little time as possible
Your consumer unit (often called a fuse box) is the heart of your electrical system. Older units with rewireable fuses or no RCD protection don’t offer the protection against electric shock and fire that modern units do.
Signs your fuse box needs replacing
- It has old-style rewireable fuses (fuse wire) rather than switches
- There is no RCD (residual current device) to protect against electric shock
- It’s mounted on a wooden board or has a plastic casing and is getting old
- Circuits trip regularly or you notice scorch marks or a burning smell
- You’re adding an extension, new kitchen or other major work
What’s involved
I’ll inspect your existing installation first, because a new consumer unit can reveal hidden faults in old wiring, and I’d rather tell you up front than surprise you on the day. The swap itself is usually completed in a day, with your power off for as short a time as possible. Every circuit is tested afterwards and you’ll receive the correct certification for your records.