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Consumer Unit Upgrades

Consumer Unit Upgrades & Fuse Box Replacements

Old fuse boxes can be a safety risk and may not meet current standards. We supply and fit modern consumer units with full RCD protection across Darlington and the North East.

RCD Protected Fully Certified From £350
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What's included in an upgrade?

Full removal of the old unit
Supply and fit of a new consumer unit
RCD and RCBO protection on all circuits
Full labelling of all circuits
Electrical certification on completion
Why Upgrade?

Signs you might need a new consumer unit

Your consumer unit (fuse box) is the heart of your electrical installation. Older units with rewirable fuses or outdated circuit breakers may no longer provide adequate protection. A modern unit with RCD and RCBO protection offers much better safety and is required by current wiring regulations.

  • Old ceramic fuse holders or rewirable fuses
  • Circuits that trip regularly without a clear cause
  • No RCD protection on the installation
  • Planning a property sale or renovation
  • Failed or unsatisfactory EICR report
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What You Get

What's included in a consumer unit upgrade?

Every upgrade is carried out to current wiring regulations with full electrical certification on completion.

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Full Removal & Replacement

We remove your old unit and fit a new consumer unit — typically taking around half a day for a standard domestic property.

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RCD & RCBO Protection

Modern units include RCD or RCBO protection on all circuits, providing much better protection against electric shock and fire.

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Electrical Certification

All work is certified on completion with a Minor Works or Electrical Installation Certificate as appropriate.

Old vs New

Why a modern consumer unit is safer

Old fuse box issues

  • No RCD protection against electric shock
  • Rewirable fuses that can be incorrectly rated
  • No RCBO protection for individual circuits
  • May not comply with current wiring regulations
  • Can affect insurance and property sale

Modern consumer unit benefits

  • RCD protection on all circuits
  • RCBO option keeps other circuits live if one trips
  • Complies with current BS 7671 wiring regulations
  • Neat, labelled installation
  • Full electrical certification included
FAQ

Consumer unit upgrade FAQs

How much does a consumer unit upgrade cost?

Our consumer unit upgrades start from £350 for a standard domestic property. The exact price depends on the size of the installation, number of circuits and any additional work required. We'll give you a clear quote before starting.

How long does it take?

A typical domestic consumer unit upgrade takes around half a day. The power to the property will need to be off during the work, so we'll arrange a time that suits you.

Do I need to upgrade my consumer unit?

Not necessarily, but if your existing unit is old, has rewirable fuses or no RCD protection, an upgrade is strongly advisable for safety reasons. An EICR inspection can help assess whether an upgrade is needed.

Will the work be certified?

Yes. All consumer unit upgrades are notified to Building Control and you'll receive the appropriate electrical certificate on completion.

Do you cover areas outside Darlington?

Yes — we cover Darlington, Stockton-on-Tees, Middlesbrough, Newton Aycliffe, Durham and the wider North East. Call to confirm your area.

We also carry out EICR electrical inspections, fault finding and emergency call-outs across Darlington and the wider North East.

Ready to upgrade your consumer unit?

Get a fast, no-obligation quote for a consumer unit upgrade in Darlington or across the North East. Fully certified, professionally installed.

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  • From £350 fully fitted
  • RCD & RCBO protection
  • Electrical certification included
  • Clean, tidy installation