Consumer Units
3 – 5 hours installation time
Power shutoff necessary
Prices start at £500
Do you need a new consumer unit
A consumer unit, or fuse box, is essential for safely managing a home’s electrical distribution. It provides critical protection against faults like overloads and short circuits by quickly disconnecting power, reducing the risk of fires and electric shocks. Additionally, modern consumer units offer flexibility, allowing for the easy addition of new circuits as your electrical needs grow, ensuring your system remains safe and efficient.
With training from schemes like Nappit and 18th edition, our certified and experienced electricians ensure a top-quality installation, with a 1 year warranty on all parts. As standard in your consumer unit installation, you’ll get informative labelling on the cover, which will help you manage your home electrical system with ease.
Age
If your consumer unit is more than 10-20 years old, it might not meet current safety standards and could be due for a replacement.
Frequent tripping
If the circuit breakers or RCDs are frequently tripping, it could indicate that the unit is struggling to handle the current electrical load or that there are underlying electrical issues.
Incompatibility
If you have recently upgraded your home with advanced systems like solar panels or vehicle charging modules, a modern consumer unit might be necessary to handle the increased load.
Damage
Visible signs of damage, such as burn marks or melted components, are clear indicators that the consumer unit needs immediate attention and replacement.
the installation process
Project assessment
The optimal location for the consumer unit is identified, and the previous unit is dismounted.
Wiring installation
The electrical supply is safely isolated, and appropriate wiring is installed from the main supply to the consumer unit, ensuring all connections are secure and compliant with regulations.
Consumer unit installation
The consumer unit is mounted and connected, following manufacturer guidelines, with all circuit breakers and safety devices properly installed and labeled.
Testing and commissioning
Comprehensive tests are conducted, including checking the functionality of all circuit breakers and safety devices, to ensure the unit operates correctly and meets safety standards.
