Consumer Unit Upgrades in Leicester & Leicestershire | Safe & Compliant Installations

A Litt • 16 July 2025

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786 Electricals Ltd Consumer Unit Replacement

Consumer Unit Upgrades in Leicester & Leicestershire | 18th Edition Compliant

Is your fuse box putting your home at risk? Outdated consumer units without RCD protection are a leading cause of electrical fires and shocks. At 786 Electricals Ltd we specialize in professional consumer unit upgrades across Leicester and Leicestershire, ensuring your property meets the strict safety standards of the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).


5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Consumer Unit Today

⚡ Lifesaving Protection – Prevent 75% of electrical fires caused by faulty wiring
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Legal Compliance – Meet current Part P Building Regulations
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Smarter Technology – Supports EV chargers, solar panels, and smart home systems
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No More Nuisance Tripping – Precision-engineered RCBOs reduce false alarms
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Increased Property Value – A modern electrical system is a key selling point

The Gold Standard in Electrical Safety

We install advanced protection systems trusted by electricians nationwide:

🔒 RCBOs – Combined MCB/RCD units that protect individual circuits
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AFDDs – Detect dangerous arc faults (silent fire starters)
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SPDs – Shield your gadgets from lightning strikes and power surges

"These aren’t just upgrades – they’re your family’s first line of defence against electrical hazards."


Our 4-Step Upgrade Process

  1. FREE Safety Audit – We’ll assess your current system with thermal imaging technology
  2. Premium Installation – Using approved parts
  3. Rigorous Testing – Full certification provided for insurance purposes
  4. 5-Year Warranty – Because we stand behind every installation


Transparent Pricing for Leicester Homes

💰 Standard 8-Circuit Upgrade – £650-£900 (Most 3-bed homes)
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Large Property Solutions – £750-£1,500 (5+ circuits, high-spec units)
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Garage/Annex Installations – From £350

All prices include, certification, and a free electrical safety report.


Why You Can Trust Us

✅ NAPIT-Certified Electricians – The highest industry accreditation
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Same-Day Quotes – No obligation, no pressure
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Evening & Weekend Appointments – Minimal disruption to your routine

⚠️ Warning: 58% of UK homes have inadequate electrical protection. Is yours one of them?


Your Family's Safety Isn't a Bargain Bin Item"
(Why Leicester's Discerning Homeowners Choose Proper Consumer Unit Upgrades)

The Hard Truth About Cheap Electrical Work:
That £400 "special offer" from unregistered traders? It likely means:
✖ No building regulations certificate (voiding your home insurance)
✖ Chinese counterfeit breakers that won't trip when needed
✖ Dangerous shortcuts


At 786 Electricals Ltd, we don't play Russian roulette with your family's safety. As NAPIT-certified electrical specialists, we install proper 18th Edition-compliant systems – the kind electricians choose for their own homes.


Investment vs Cost

While "cheap" installers disappear after handing you an unsafe system, our upgrades:
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Pay for themselves through prevented fire damage (avg. £37k insurance claim)
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Add £2k-5k to property valuations (per HomeOwners Alliance data)
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Future-proof for EV chargers/solar panels






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