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Consumer Unit Replacement Services by Your Trusted Brighton Electrician.
When it comes to electrical safety, your consumer unit is the heart of your home's electrical system. It controls the distribution of electricity throughout your home and is designed to protect your circuits from overloads, short circuits, and potential fire hazards.
At Skyelec, we provide professional consumer unit replacement services in Brighton, ensuring that your property is up-to-date with the latest electrical safety standards. Whether you're replacing an outdated fusebox or upgrading to a modern consumer unit, our team of experienced Brighton electricians is here to help.
What is a Consumer Unit and Why is it Important?
A consumer unit (also known as a fusebox or fuse board) is a crucial part of your home’s electrical system. It serves as the main control point for your power supply, providing the essential protection against electrical faults by controlling the circuit breakers and fuses.
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Fusebox/Fuseboard (Old Versions): Older homes often have fuseboxes or fuseboards—these were the standard in homes built before the 1980s. While functional, they no longer meet current safety standards. Fuses can easily blow or overheat, and they lack modern safety features like residual current devices (RCDs) and circuit breakers, which are designed to prevent serious electrical accidents like fires or electrocution.
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Modern Consumer Units: A consumer unit replacement upgrades your system to a modern unit with RCD protection for each circuit, overload protection, and surge protection, offering a higher level of safety for your home and family. A modern unit also makes it easier to add or modify circuits, and meets the requirements of current regulations.
Benefits of Consumer Unit Replacement
Enhanced Safety
An old fusebox or outdated fuseboard can leave you exposed to the risk of electrical fires, electrocution, or electrical surges. By replacing it with a modern consumer unit, you get the benefit of advanced safety features, such as RCDs and MCBs (miniature circuit breakers), that automatically shut off power in case of a fault, ensuring maximum protection.
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Compliance with Regulations
Electrical standards and regulations have changed over time. If your consumer unit is over 20 years old, it’s likely not compliant with the current 17th Edition Wiring Regulations or 18th Edition Regulations. Replacing your old fusebox with a modern consumer unit ensures your home meets the latest legal standards.
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Increased Capacity and Flexibility
Modern consumer units are designed to accommodate the increasing demand for electrical appliances, including energy-hungry devices like electric vehicles (EVs) and smart home systems. Upgrading gives you more flexibility in expanding your electrical setup, without worrying about overloading circuits or tripping breakers.
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Preventative Maintenance
A consumer unit replacement isn’t just about upgrading safety features; it’s also about preventing future issues. If your fusebox is starting to fail or show signs of wear, replacing it proactively can prevent costly damage to your electrical system or appliances. It’s an investment in the longevity of your home’s electrical system.
Our Consumer Unit Replacement
Process
​​Initial Assessment
We start with a thorough inspection of your current system, checking your consumer unit, wiring, and the condition of your circuits. We’ll also assess your home’s electrical load and determine if you need a more powerful unit to handle the increased demand of modern appliances or home additions.
Expert Recommendations
Based on the assessment, we’ll recommend a new consumer unit that suits your needs. Whether you need a basic unit or a high-tech system with additional features, we’ll guide you through the options and explain the benefits of each one.
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Full Installation
Our team will then proceed with the replacement installation, removing your old fusebox or fuseboard and installing your new consumer unit. We ensure that the installation is safe, compliant with regulations, and fully tested for functionality.
Testing and Certification
Once your new consumer unit is installed, we carry out a full safety check, ensuring that everything is working as it should be. You’ll receive an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC), which confirms that the work complies with the latest regulations and standards.
Ongoing Support
We offer ongoing support for your newly installed consumer unit, so you can rest assured that your property, and family we be well protected with our ongoing safety checks.
Why Choose Us for Your Consumer Unit Replacement?
Expert Electrical Installations
Replacing a consumer unit is a complex job that requires a certified electrician. Our team of qualified electricians has years of experience in consumer unit replacement and electrical upgrades, ensuring a safe, efficient, and compliant installation every time. We handle everything from safety checks to the final connections, guaranteeing peace of mind.
Up-to-Date Solutions for Your Home
Older fuseboxes and fuseboards can pose serious risks. With a modern consumer unit replacement, you’re upgrading your electrical system to meet current safety standards, improving performance, and reducing the risk of electrical faults. We’ll help you choose the best unit for your needs, and ensure that it’s installed correctly to avoid future issues.
Local, Reliable Service
As your trusted Brighton electricians, we offer fast, friendly, and reliable service tailored to the specific needs of our local customers. Whether your current consumer unit is old and outdated, or you’re looking for enhanced protection, we’ll provide a full consultation and work with you to find the best solution.
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If your fusebox is outdated, unreliable, or no longer meeting your needs, it’s time for a consumer unit replacement. At Skyelec, we offer fast, professional service to bring your home up to date with modern electrical safety standards.
Contact us today to schedule your consumer unit replacement, or for a free consultation with one of our expert electricians.