Consumer Unit Replacement Leicester & Leicestershire

A Litt • 13 September 2025

Consumer Unit Replacment

At 786 Electricals, we've been serving homes and businesses throughout Leicester and the wider Leicestershire area since 2010. With over 20 years of electrical experience, we understand the critical role a modern consumer unit plays in keeping your property’s electrical system safe and stable.

If you’re looking to upgrade your home's electrical safety, we are your local experts for consumer unit replacement. We’ll ensure the process is seamless, compliant, and gives you the peace of mind you deserve.

Why a New Consumer Unit is a Smart Investment

An outdated fuse box, often a grey metal or wooden box with large ceramic fuses, is no longer considered safe or compliant with modern electrical standards. Unlike these old systems, a modern consumer unit uses advanced circuit breakers and residual current devices (RCDs) that instantly trip in the event of a fault, protecting your property and everyone inside it.

Upgrading your consumer unit provides a number of key benefits, including:

Enhanced Electrical Safety: Modern units include RCDs and RCBOs, which are life-saving devices that protect you from severe electric shocks and significantly reduce fire risks.
Improved Reliability: Say goodbye to frustrating power cuts. A new consumer unit can handle the demands of today's appliances and gadgets without frequent interruptions.
Compliance with Regulations: We ensure your new consumer unit meets the latest UK electrical safety standards. This is often a requirement for home insurance and can be crucial when selling your property.
Future-Proofing Your Home: A modern consumer unit is designed to support new electrical installations, from electric car chargers and smart home devices to garden lighting and kitchen rewiring.

Signs You Need a Consumer Unit Replacement

If you're unsure whether your home needs an upgrade, here are some common signs that it's time to consider a consumer unit replacement:

Frequent Tripping: If your breakers trip often, it's a sign your current system cannot handle your home’s electrical load.
No RCD Protection: If your current fuse box does not have RCDs (residual current devices), it’s not protecting you from potentially fatal electric shocks.
Flickering Lights: This can be a sign of loose connections or an unstable power supply from an outdated unit.
An Old or Damaged Box: If your fuse box is visibly old, damaged, or made of a material that is no longer used, it is a significant safety risk.

Our Professional Consumer Unit Replacement Process

As qualified and local electricians, we make the process of upgrading your consumer unit in Leicester and Leicestershire simple and stress-free.

Initial Inspection: We'll visit your property to assess your current setup and provide an honest, no-obligation quote.
Safe Installation: We will safely and professionally remove your old fuse box and install a new, fully compliant consumer unit.
Comprehensive Testing: After installation, we’ll carry out thorough testing to ensure every circuit is working perfectly and all safety devices are fully functional. We’ll also provide you with all the necessary certification for the work, giving you complete peace of mind.

For reliable consumer unit replacement in Leicester, trust the experience and expertise of 786 Electricals.