Consumer Unit Replacement in London
Fuse boxes and consumer units distribute electricity and turn off the power when there’s a power overload on one of the circuits. This overload problem is called ‘tripping’.
There are 3 main types of consumer units; main switch, dual RCD and high integrity consumer units.
Your current fuse box or consumer unit may be too old and not compliant with current electrical the UK’s BS7671 18th edition wiring regulations. Besides it is mandatory to be compliant with the regulations, the latest type of consumer units equipped with RCD protection could save your life.
Electrical installations of any premises should be completed by a qualified electrical engineer or a company who can issue an electrical installation certificate in accordance with the current legislation.
As a NICEIC approved electrical company we carry out consumer unit replacements issuing a certificate.
Costs of consumer unit replacement process depends on various different things such as type of consumer unit, the number of circuits, surge protection devices, AFDD Arc Fault Detection Devices, RCBO, RCD and if the old consumer unit will be completely taken off or not. In case of a complete new installation, needed EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) will be issued at no cost.
We have have provided consumer unit replacement for numerous clients in London who run HMOs (houses of multiple occupancy), restaurants and take-aways, supermarkets, bakeries, retail stores, office spaces, CQC registered GPs, dental practices, care and supported living accommodations, industrial units, warehouses and domestic properties.
As EFE Fire & Electrical Ltd, we are an approved contractor by NICEIC and BAFE, and we are servicing our clients in Hackney, Canary Wharf, Leyton, Stratford, Ilford, Romford, Crouch End, Hendon, Enfield, Harlow, Barking, Walthamstow, Waltham Cross, Brent Cross, Borehamwood, Wood Green, Haringey, Dalston, Seven Sisters, Edmonton, Tottenham, Angel, Clapton, Stoke Newington, Bethnal Green, Shoreditch, Hoxton.
Our Consumer Unit Replacement Rates
Consumer Unit Replacement prices depends on number of circuits. Here are some of the average costs.
| Number of Circuits | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| 6 | £250 |
| 10 | £300 |
| 12 | £325 |
Additional Costs
When installing a new consumer unit there may be some other costs. Here is a list of additional estimates.
| Description | Avg. Cost |
|---|---|
| Residual Circuit Breaker With Overload (RCBO) | £20 per unit |
| Isolators & Sockets | £10 to £40 |
| Safety Lock-offs | £25 |
| Surge Protection Device (SPD) | £40 to £120 |
| Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) | £2 to £30 |
| Earth Bonding | £120 to £300 |
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