Consumer unit replacement in Farnborough
Fuse board replacement in Farnborough from £650. Interwar Cove houses on Fleet Road are a different board job from the newer Southwood estates, so each installation is quoted on its own.
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Consumer unit replacement pricing
Our consumer unit replacement pricing reflects the installation of the enclosure, the protective breakers, and the testing of your existing circuits. The final cost depends on the number of circuits entering the board and any additional supply work required.
From £650
Included
- Removal of the existing fuse board or consumer unit
- Supply and fit of a new consumer unit matched to the circuits in the house
- Connection of the existing circuits onto the new breakers
- Labelling of each way on the new board
- Minor works certificate from £95 when the board change needs that paperwork
Ways to pay
- Pay by bank
- Bank transfer
- The price covers removing the existing fuse box, fitting the new consumer unit, connecting circuits, and issuing certification.
- The total cost changes based on how many circuits need connecting and whether meter tails or main earthing conductors require upgrading.
- Fault finding or remedial repairs on existing house wiring found during initial testing are priced separately.
Consumer unit replacement across Farnborough
We serve Farnborough from our base in Basingstoke.
What happens on the day
A consumer unit installation is planned around a structured visit to keep power disruption to a minimum. We talk through the work on arrival, isolate the supply, and test every circuit before leaving the property energised.
- Arrival and electrical isolationWe arrive at the booked time, inspect the existing consumer unit or fuse box, and review the layout with you. The incoming mains electricity supply is then isolated at the meter so the old equipment can be detached safely.
- Mounting the new consumer unitThe old board is uninstalled and removed from the wall. We mount the new metal enclosure, feed the incoming meter tails cleanly, and connect the existing domestic circuits to new individual circuit breakers.
- Circuit testing and verificationOnce the physical installation is complete, the power is energised again to perform electrical testing on every connected circuit. We verify trip speeds, earth paths, and insulation resistance to confirm safe operation.
- Circuit markings and paperworkEach breaker is clearly marked to indicate which rooms or appliances it controls. We provide the minor works certificate detailing the installation and test results before concluding the visit.
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Why choose JD Electricals
James DunnElectrician- Reviews
- 13
- Rating
- 4.7
- Trading since
- 2009
“Most of my work is domestic: consumer units, full and partial rewires, lighting and EICRs on houses around Basingstoke. I test and certify everything I fit, and anything else I find while I am there gets priced separately rather than added quietly to the bill. The electrician who quotes your job is the one who does it.”
James Dunn, JD Electricals
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WhatsAppHow long does a fuse board replacement take?
A standard domestic consumer unit upgrade usually takes between four to six hours. During this period, the mains supply is turned off so old equipment can be safely stripped out, the new board mounted, and all connected circuits tested thoroughly.
Will the electricity be off during the visit?
Yes. The power must be isolated while the old board is removed and the new unit is wired in. Power is restored once the circuits are landed on the new breakers so that functional and safety testing can be carried out.
What paperwork do I receive after the consumer unit upgrade?
You receive an electrical minor works certificate upon completion. This document confirms that the new board has been installed correctly and logs the test measurements taken across all connected household circuits.
What happens if a circuit in the house is damaged?
If testing discovers an underlying fault on an existing cable, such as damaged insulation, we inform you immediately. We will explain the issue and quote that specific repair separately rather than hiding additional costs in the board change.
Can I replace a fuse board in a rented property in Farnborough?
Yes. We undertake consumer unit upgrades for landlords and rental properties across Farnborough. The work provides the necessary modern circuit protection often requested after an electrical condition report.