Consumer Unit Upgrade in Eastbourne

If your home still has an old rewirable fuse box or lacks modern RCD protection, upgrading to a modern consumer unit is essential for safety and compliance. D J Fox Electrical specialises in professional consumer unit replacements across Eastbourne and East Sussex.

A modern consumer unit protects your property from electrical faults, provides better circuit management for modern living, and meets current Building Regulations. After 15+ years serving local homes, we've completed hundreds of upgrades.

What We Provide

• Complete consumer unit replacement
• Installation of modern RCD protection
• 10-way or 16-way unit options (depending on your needs)
• Individual circuit breakers (MCBs) for each circuit
• Surge protection for sensitive equipment
• Full testing and certification
• Professional electrical inspection
• Clear labelling of all circuits

Why Your Consumer Unit Needs Upgrading

Old Rewirable Fuses:

• Don't provide RCD protection (earth fault safety)
• Can be easily bypassed with incorrect fuses
• Don't handle modern electrical demands
• Risk of fires and electrical shocks

No RCD Protection:

• Leaves you vulnerable to electrocution
• Doesn't detect earth faults
• Legal requirement under Building Regulations
• Most common reason for upgrades

Insufficient Circuits:

• Old consumer units lack circuits for modern appliances
• Causes overloaded circuits
• Leads to repeated tripping
• Indicates need for upgrade

Modern Consumer Unit Benefits

• Safety: RCD protection for all circuits
• Reliability: Modern circuit breakers won't stick like old fuses
• Capacity: More circuits for modern living
• Efficiency: Better load distribution
• Compliance: Meets 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Insurance: Many insurers require modern consumer units

Our Upgrade Process

1. Assessment - Evaluate your current system
2. Planning - Design the new unit layout based on your needs
3. Notification - Inform your electricity supplier if required
4. Installation - Replace the consumer unit safely
5. Circuit Setup - Configure all circuits and circuit breakers
6. Testing - Comprehensive electrical testing
7. Certification - Provide Building Regulation certification
8. Handover - Explain operation and safety features

Signs You Need a Consumer Unit Upgrade

• Home over 25 years old without recent upgrade
• Rewirable fuses instead of circuit breakers
• Missing RCD protection
• Frequent circuit tripping
• Burning smell from consumer unit
• Blown fuses regularly
• Planning renovations or new circuits
• Adding high-power appliances

Pricing

Consumer unit upgrades typically cost £400-800 depending on the unit type and any additional work required. This includes the unit, installation, testing, and Building Regulation certification. Additional circuits may incur extra costs.

Why Choose D J Fox Electrical?

• NICEIC Approved Contractor
• Part P Certified (Building Regulations compliant)
• 15+ Years Consumer Unit Replacement Experience
• Fast Installation (typically 4-8 hours)
• Comprehensive Testing and Certification
• Transparent Pricing
• Professional After-Sales Support

Service Coverage

Available across Eastbourne, Bexhill, Seaford, Brighton, Hastings, Lewes, Hailsham, Heathfield, Crowborough and surrounding East Sussex.

Book Your Consumer Unit Upgrade

Protect your home with a modern consumer unit. Contact D J Fox Electrical for a free assessment and upgrade across Eastbourne and East Sussex.