Fuse Box Replacement in Haywards Heath
Rewireable fuses, a cracked plastic board or one that keeps failing are all good reasons to upgrade. We fit a modern consumer unit with proper RCD protection, test every circuit and register the work under Part P.
- 24/7 emergency call outs
- Part P registered electricians
When a fuse box needs replacing
Many homes in Haywards Heath still have an old fuse box with rewireable fuses, or an early consumer unit with little or no RCD protection. They did the job when they were fitted, but they cannot disconnect quickly enough if someone touches a live part, and they give no protection against the earth faults behind many electrical fires.
You may need a new consumer unit if your board has been flagged on an EICR, if it has been damaged by heat or water, if you are adding circuits for an extension, electric shower or EV charger, or if a fault has left it unsafe to repair.
Most homes are done in a day. We test every circuit before and after the changeover, so existing faults are found and dealt with rather than hidden. The work is notified under Part P and you receive an Electrical Installation Certificate.
If a board fails at night, our emergency electricians make it safe there and then, and come back to fit the replacement at a time that suits you.
- Typical timeMost homes completed in a day
- EnclosureNon-combustible metal, as the regulations require
- ProtectionRCBOs or RCDs on every circuit
- PaperworkInstallation certificate and Part P notification
- PriceFixed quote agreed before we start
Board flagged on an EICR?
Send us the report and we will quote for the replacement.
Signs your fuse box is due for replacement
If any of these sound familiar, it is worth having your board looked at by a qualified electrician.
- Rewireable fuses Ceramic fuse carriers with fuse wire give far less protection than modern circuit breakers.
- No RCD protection Without an RCD, nothing cuts the power quickly if someone gets a shock.
- A plastic enclosure Boards fitted before 2016 are often plastic. New consumer units must now have a non-combustible enclosure.
- Scorching or a burning smell Heat marks around the board or its connections mean it needs attention now.
- Frequent trips or blown fuses A board that keeps failing may be overloaded, worn out or hiding a fault.
- New work planned Extensions, kitchens, showers and EV chargers often need a board with spare capacity.
What happens when you call our Haywards Heath emergency electricians
Survey and quote
We look at your board and circuits and give you a fixed price.
Test the circuits
Existing circuits are tested so faults are found before the changeover.
Fit the new unit
The old board is removed and the new consumer unit installed and connected.
Test and certify
Every circuit is tested, the work notified under Part P and your certificate issued.
Fixed properly, finished neatly, across Haywards Heath
Fuse box replacement in Haywards Heath: your questions
How long does a fuse box replacement take?
Most homes are done in a day. The power is off while the board is changed, and we tell you in advance roughly how long that will be.
Do I need a new fuse box to pass an EICR?
Not always. A board is usually only flagged if it is unsafe or lacks RCD protection where it is needed. We will tell you honestly whether yours needs replacing.
What is the difference between a fuse box and a consumer unit?
They do the same job. Fuse box usually means an older board with fuses, while a consumer unit is the modern version with circuit breakers and RCD protection.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. You receive an Electrical Installation Certificate, and the work is notified to Building Control through our Part P scheme, so you also get a compliance certificate.
Can you replace a fuse box in an emergency?
If a board has failed or been damaged, we make it safe on the night. Where a replacement is needed, we can usually fit it within a day or two, or sooner if the property cannot be left without power.
More emergency electrician services in Haywards Heath
Tripping Fuse Boxes
An RCD or breaker that won't stay on is telling you something is wrong.
Read moreEICR & Safety Checks
An Electrical Installation Condition Report tells you whether your wiring is safe to keep using.
Read moreBurning Smells & Scorching
A fishy or plasticky burning smell, a hot or buzzing socket or brown scorch marks around a switch are signs of an overheating connection.
Read moreNeed an emergency electrician in Haywards Heath?
Call any time, day or night. A local Haywards Heath electrician will answer, give you an honest arrival time and agree the price before any work starts.