Consumer Unit Replacement in Surrey
Fuse Board Upgrades — Woking, Kingston, Walton & Across Surrey
Your consumer unit — often called the fuse board — controls every circuit in your home. An outdated or faulty unit is a genuine safety hazard and will almost certainly be flagged on an EICR. Brad Neil Electrical carries out fully certified consumer unit replacements across Surrey, all notified under Part P and compliant with BS 7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
Why It Matters
Signs You May Need This Service
Old rewireable fuses
Modern consumer units use MCBs and RCDs that trip instantly to protect you — old ceramic fuses simply cannot do this.
No RCD protection
RCDs protect against electric shock and reduce the risk of electrical fires. Many older boards have none at all.
Home improvements planned
Adding an extension, new circuits or a shower often requires a consumer unit upgrade before work can begin.
Selling or remortgaging
Surveyors and mortgage lenders regularly flag outdated consumer units — upgrading now avoids delays later.
The Service
What's Included
- ✓Full assessment of your existing installation before any work begins
- ✓Supply and installation of a new consumer unit with full RCD protection
- ✓All circuits individually tested and verified
- ✓Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) issued on completion
- ✓Notification to your local authority under Part P of the Building Regulations
- ✓Tidy, professional finish — we leave your home as we found it
All work carried out by a NICEIC registered Domestic Installer and fully certified to BS 7671 Wiring Regulations.
FAQs
Common Questions
How long does a consumer unit replacement take?
Most replacements take half a day to a full day depending on the number of circuits. The power will be off for the duration — usually 4–8 hours.
Will I need to turn the power off?
Yes — the supply needs to be isolated while the new unit is fitted. We will agree a convenient time with you beforehand.
Do I get a certificate after the work?
Yes. All consumer unit replacements come with an Electrical Installation Certificate as required by Part P of the Building Regulations.
Is it a legal requirement to upgrade my consumer unit?
Not automatically — but any new electrical work must comply with current regulations. If your board is unsafe, we will advise you honestly and without pressure.
Coverage
This service is available across: Woking, Knaphill, Bisley, Chobham, Lightwater, Camberley, Frimley, Bagshot, Brookwood, Addlestone, Walton-on-Thames, Weybridge, Long Ditton, Thames Ditton, Surbiton, Esher, Cobham, Kingston upon Thames, Chertsey and surrounding areas.
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