Consumer Unit Replacements

If you've got a consumer unit with fuses, or even one with trip switches in a plastic housing, you would be safer with a new metal-housed one. We carry out electrical consumer unit upgrade work in Alfreton and surrounding areas.

Why replace a fuse board?

Old fuse boards, as in those actually containing fuses, are much less safe than those with trip switches, or to give them their proper name, Miniature Circuit Breakers or MCB's. Additionally these newer consumer units are much safer as they contain RCD (Residual Current Device) protected circuits. To put it quite simple RCD protected circuits save lives every year. As little as 50mAmps can kill a person. This is why the IEE BS7671 regulations compliance says that all circuits in homes should be protected through a 30mAmp RCD Unit. The device should trip out before the fault current gets to a too-high, dangerous, level. This is why it is vital this component in a consumer unit is fitted and fully working correctly, or this could cost someone their life.

Why are metal housed consumer units better?

Metal clad consumer units are designed to be robust and are perfect for the home. Several household fires involving plastic consumer units brought about the IEE BS7671 Regulation change. From January 2016 all consumer units should be metal clad. Any cables entering into sides of the unit, should be suitably glanded. This is to satisfy the regulations regarding objects not entering the unit, with the added benefit of the cables being tight, so that they cannot be easily pulled out.

Inspection and testing

It's a great idea to have your fixed wiring checked on a regular basis. One of the most important checks is the RCD functionality which prevents electric shock. Another is the correct size of cable to the fuse, or more common now are MCB. MCB's are just a resettable fuse and are much more convenient than a fuse.

If you have the wrong size fuse/MCB connected to a cable circuit, your cables could overheat and set fire to your property. If you are unsure of your installation, it's best to get it checked for safety and peace of mind.

Get in touch with us if you need any help with your fuse board or consumer unit, or any other part of your electrics. We offer our services in Alfreton and the surrounding areas of Derbyshire.

James Jones
1 year ago
Had a consumer board fitted by Jez and his son. Very professional, friendly and efficient. They explained everything clearly. When we had a separate minor problem recently, they came immediately. I highly recommend them, delighted with their service.
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Lynda Edwards
5 years ago
Just had work done by Jez. Very happy with his work and his friendly attitude. Left us feeling we’d had a quality job done. Feel he’s safety checked all our electrics and given us peace of mind. He communicated very well with us and nothing...
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Brian Ortton
6 years ago
Needed two sockets changing from single to double sockets. Jez came round, cut out the plasterboard, fitted two double Smart sockets and had us back up and running super quick. Great service, very happy with the cost.
Thank you
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Kate Moore
6 years ago
Many thanks to Jez for the amazingly fast turnaround time on supplying and fitting the electric towel rail in my bathroom. Excellent work - many thanks!
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Danielle Betty Parker-Win
6 years ago
Excellent service. Very prompt, both for the initial quote and carrying out the work. Everything was explained in a consise way. The work I've had done was an investigation and fixing of my electic shower and underfloor heating as it wasn't working. I also had...
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Jill Gough
6 years ago
Jez arrived on time to investigate a problem with my solar inverter. Quick response and reasonable rates.
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