How Much Does a Consumer Unit Upgrade Cost in Tamworth?

A Recent Consumer Unit Upgrade in Tamworth

Last month, I upgraded an old Wylex pull-fuse fuse board for a homeowner on Eringden in Wilnecote, Tamworth. This is an area of 1960-70s ex council terraced houses, most of the time we find the electrics in those properties are also older too. The customer wanted the property to be safer for the future, whether they sold it or eventually left it to family. As I was removing the old fuses, parts of the board were actually falling apart, which is something I still come across in older homes around Tamworth.

Before the upgrade, I carried out testing and identified a few faults that needed putting right first. Once those remedial jobs were completed, I installed a modern FuseBox consumer unit with surge protection and an RCBO on every circuit. That means each circuit now has its own individual protection, rather than one fault taking out half the house.

What Is Included in a Consumer Unit Upgrade?

A consumer unit upgrade replaces your old fuse box with a modern metal-clad consumer unit designed to give your home much better protection against electrical faults, electric shock risks and power surges.

The type of upgrade I usually recommend includes:

• A new FuseBox consumer unit
• Individual RCBO protection on each circuit
• Surge Protection Device, known as SPD
• Full testing of the existing circuits
• Electrical Installation Certificate
• Building Regulations notification
• Clear circuit labelling
• Materials included
• 12 month workmanship guarantee
• Parts covered by manufacturer warranty

The usual job duration is around 4 to 6 hours, although this can vary if faults are found during testing.

My Process

I start with a free phone consultation so I can understand what you currently have and why you are considering an upgrade.

I then arrange a free home visit to inspect your current fuse board, look at the earthing and bonding, and check for anything obvious that may affect the work. After that, I provide a clear quote explaining what will be done and what will be installed.

Before the new consumer unit is fitted, the existing installation is tested. Where required, remedial tasks are completed first so the installation is suitable for the upgrade. Once the new consumer unit is installed, I issue your Electrical Installation Certificate, along with any Minor Works Certificates where needed. The work is then notified to Building Control.

What Can Affect the Cost?

How much does a consumer unit upgrade cost in Tamworth? My prices start from £550, but the final cost depends on the number of circuits, the condition of the existing wiring, and whether any faults need repairing before the new unit can be safely connected.

Some homes are straightforward. Others have had years of alterations, extra sockets, old spurs and DIY additions that need sorting out before the upgrade can be completed properly.

Common Problems I Find

One of the most common issues I see is poor-quality work carried out over the years. A typical example being spurred sockets which have been added in ways that break the ring circuit, meaning the circuit often no longer being adequately protected by the 32A MCB.

These issues are not always obvious until proper testing is carried out. That is why testing before and after the upgrade matters. A new consumer unit should not simply be fitted onto an installation with unresolved faults.

Why Choose Tamworth Electricians?

I am NAPIT registered and have almost 7 years of experience carrying out consumer unit upgrades. Tamworth Electricians has over 60 five-star Google and Facebook reviews, and I offer same-day callouts where available.

I work with homeowners, landlords, letting agents and businesses across Tamworth who want a safer, clearer and more modern electrical installation.

Get a Clear Price for Your Upgrade

How much does a consumer unit upgrade cost in Tamworth? As a guide, prices start from around £550 including materials, full testing, certification and Building Regulations notification.

For a free phone consultation or to arrange a free home visit, call Tamworth Electricians on 01827 799876.