Consumer Unit Installation and Replacement in Surrey
A modern consumer unit, often referred to as a fuse box, protects your property by controlling and isolating electrical circuits safely. Surrey Handyman provides consumer unit installation and replacement across Surrey, upgrading outdated fuse boards to meet current safety standards. Whether you are renovating, experiencing electrical issues or addressing recommendations from an inspection report, our qualified electricians install new consumer units with appropriate protection and full certification.
Book an Electrician for Consumer Unit Installation or Replacement
Booking an electrician for consumer unit installation or replacement is straightforward with Surrey Handyman. We begin with an assessment of your existing fuse box and electrical system to determine whether a full replacement or upgrade is required. Our qualified electricians will explain the options clearly, outline what work is needed and ensure the installation is carried out safely and in line with current regulations. From initial inspection through to final testing and certification, we keep the process organised and transparent.
How Long Does Consumer Unit Installation or Replacement Take?
The time required to install or replace a consumer unit depends on the size of the property and the number of circuits involved. In many homes, a straightforward replacement can be completed within a day, but additional time may be needed if circuits require upgrading or faults are identified during testing.
Replacing a consumer unit involves isolating the electrical supply, fitting the new board, transferring circuits and carrying out full testing to ensure the installation meets current safety standards. We will provide a clearer indication of timing after assessing your property and confirming the scope of work.
How much does it cost to install a Consumer Unit?
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Monday to Saturday: 8am – 6pm
£75 first hour, minimum charge of 1 hour
£18.75 per ¼ hour thereafter
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What to Expect During Consumer Unit Installation or Replacement
Replacing a consumer unit involves upgrading the central control point of your electrical system to improve safety and compliance. When your electrician attends, they will confirm the agreed scope of work, review the existing installation and explain how the replacement will be carried out. The work is completed methodically, with full testing before the system is brought back into service.
Initial assessment of the existing fuse box
We begin by inspecting the current consumer unit and reviewing the condition of the circuits. This helps confirm whether a direct replacement is suitable or whether any upgrades are required.
Safe isolation of the electrical supply
The electrical supply is isolated before work begins so the existing fuse box can be removed safely. Safety is prioritised at every stage of the process.
Installation of the new consumer unit
The new consumer unit is installed securely and circuits are carefully transferred across. Appropriate protection devices are fitted in line with current regulations.
Circuit testing and verification
Each circuit is tested thoroughly to confirm correct operation, earthing and protective measures. This ensures the installation meets modern safety standards.
Labelling and clear identification
All circuits are clearly labelled within the consumer unit so it is easy to identify which breaker controls each area of the property.
Certification and final checks
Once testing is complete, you will receive the relevant electrical certification confirming compliance. We will explain the new layout and answer any questions before leaving.
Other Electrical Installation and Upgrade Services
Alongside consumer unit installation and replacement, we provide a range of electrical installation and upgrade services for homeowners across Surrey. Whether you are modernising your electrical system, improving safety or expanding capacity, our qualified electricians can carry out the work in line with current regulations.
We also provide:
- House rewiring and partial rewires
- EICR certificates
- Additional socket installation
- Lighting upgrades and new lighting circuits
- EV charger installation
- Electrical fault finding
- Outdoor electrical installations
If your consumer unit upgrade forms part of a wider renovation or safety improvement, we can often coordinate related electrical work at the same time, helping you complete the project efficiently and to a consistent standard.
Customer Testimonals
The team were incredibly helpful
The team were incredibly helpful and efficient from start to finish. The work was carried out professionally and to a high standard. I would highly recommend Surrey Handyman and will definitely be using them again.
Phil - March 2026
Ben did a great job of checking for all possible electrical problems behind the oven and in the fuse box. He explained everything clearly and cleared up afterwards. Very happy with his professionalism.
Jennifer - Jan 2026
Really handy services. Needed help from a gas safe engineer as well as an electrician for a combined job and it was handy that both could be booked for me in the same time via the booking office. Both Ben and Colin did a great job!
Caroline - Dec 2026
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Consumer Unit Installation and Replacement FAQs
A consumer unit, often referred to as a fuse box, is the main control point of a property’s electrical system. It distributes electricity to individual circuits and contains protective devices that shut off power if a fault is detected.
Signs that a replacement may be required include an older style fuse board with rewireable fuses, frequent tripping, lack of RCD protection or recommendations made in an EICR report. An inspection can confirm whether an upgrade is advisable.
Replacing a consumer unit is a significant electrical task but is usually completed within a day in many homes. The work involves isolating the supply, fitting the new unit and fully testing each circuit before restoring power.
Yes. The electrical supply will need to be isolated while the existing fuse box is removed and the new consumer unit is installed. We aim to keep disruption to a minimum and will advise you beforehand.
Yes. Once the installation and testing are complete, you will receive the relevant electrical certification confirming compliance with current regulations.
In many cases, yes. A consumer unit can often be replaced without carrying out a full rewire, although the condition of the existing wiring will be assessed to ensure it is suitable for connection to the new unit.
Find your Local Electrician
If you need a reliable electrician to rewire your house, we work all across Surrey. You can book help in your area quickly and easily, with local handymen available in the main Surrey towns and nearby villages.
