Consumer Unit Replacement in Monmouth
Consumer unit replacement in Monmouth swaps an old fuse box for a modern board with RCD protection. It makes your home safer from shock and fire, and we quote for free before starting.
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- 10 years in business
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- 24/7 emergency call-outs
Consumer unit replacement in Monmouth
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Why replace an old fuse box
Older boards often use rewireable fuses and have no RCDs, so they won't cut the power fast enough to protect someone from an electric shock. Modern consumer units with RCDs or RCBOs disconnect the supply in a split second when a fault is detected.
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Signs your board needs changing
Wire fuses, a wooden back or plastic case, no RCD test button, scorch marks, buzzing, or a board that trips often all suggest it's time. An EICR may also have flagged it. Adding a new circuit for a shower or EV charger can mean the old board can't take it.
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Metal boards and surge protection
New consumer units in homes must have a non-combustible enclosure, which in practice means metal. Many new boards also include surge protection, which helps guard electronics from voltage spikes. We'll explain which type and protection suit your home before you agree the quote.
What to expect from a consumer unit replacement
First, we look at your existing board, the earthing and the circuits it feeds. This tells us what size of unit you need and whether anything must be sorted first. You get a free quote that covers it all before a date is booked.
On the day, the power is off while we swap the old board for the new one, usually for most of a day. We connect and label each circuit, test everything and show you how the board works. You then get an Electrical Installation Certificate.
What's included
- Check of earthing and circuits
- Metal consumer unit with RCD protection
- Surge protection where suitable
- Every circuit tested and labelled
- Electrical Installation Certificate
- Guide to using the new board
How it works
Get in touch
Ring us or send a few details about the job. We aim to respond the same day, with no call-out charge.
Visit and free quote
We come and look at the work, then give you a free quote with no obligation to go ahead.
Done, tested and certified
We finish the job, test every circuit we've worked on and leave you with the right certificate.
Consumer unit replacement questions
How much does a consumer unit replacement cost in Monmouth?
The cost depends on the number of circuits, the type of protection you choose and whether the earthing needs upgrading. We look at your board first and give you a free, no-obligation quote, so the full price is clear before any work is booked.
Does a consumer unit replacement in Monmouth need notifying?
Yes. Replacing a consumer unit is notifiable work under the Building Regulations in both Wales and England, so building control must be told about it. As a NAPIT registered electrician, we register it with building control for you, and you get a certificate once the work is complete.
Will the new consumer unit show up faults in my Monmouth home?
It can. RCDs are more sensitive than old fuses, so they may reveal faults that went unnoticed before, such as damp in an outside light. If we find one, we explain it and quote to fix it before doing any extra work.
How long will my power be off for a new consumer unit near Monmouth?
Usually for most of the day. We confirm the timings before we start so you can plan, and we restore power as soon as testing is complete. Keep fridge and freezer doors shut and they'll normally be fine for that length of time.
Consumer unit replacement across Monmouth and Gloucestershire
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Book a consumer unit replacement in Monmouth
Send us a photo of your current fuse box and we'll get back to you with a free quote for the new board.