Consumer Units and Fuse Boxes Birmingham Upgrades
Consumer units and fuse boxes Birmingham homeowners upgrade to modern RCD protection that prevents fatal shocks and electrical fires. You'll receive 18th Edition compliant installations replacing dangerous fusewire systems, meeting insurance requirements and building regulations across Birmingham properties since 1993.
Modern Fuse Board Replacements Across Birmingham Homes
You're looking at the heart of your home's electrical system when you examine your consumer unit or fuse box. Modern installations protect every circuit with RCD technology that cuts power in milliseconds if a fault occurs, preventing shocks and fires that older fusewire boxes simply can't stop. Across Birmingham neighbourhoods from Selly Oak to Sutton Coldfield, we replace outdated ceramic fuse carriers and rewireable systems with metal-clad units featuring individual circuit breakers, giving you safer control over lighting, sockets, and high-demand appliances.
Get Your Board Quote
Speak to our certified electricians about upgrading your fuse box today. We'll assess your existing board and provide transparent pricing with no obligation.
Our Process
Our professional consumer units and fuse boxes process in Birmingham ensures exceptional results every time.
Complete consumer units and fuse boxes Process
Existing Board Inspection
We examine your current consumer unit or fuse box, test earthing arrangements, count available circuits, and identify whether you need a simple replacement or additional earthing upgrades to meet 18th Edition standards.
Transparent Quotation
You receive itemised pricing covering the new metal-clad unit, all RCDs and MCBs, testing, certification, and building control notification. We explain any earthing work needed and why it protects your installation.
Safe Isolation Process
We coordinate with your electricity supplier for safe isolation where required, protect your home from dust and debris, and work efficiently to minimize power downtime during the changeover.
Professional Installation
Our electricians mount the new board securely, terminate every circuit with proper identification, install appropriate RCDs for bathroom and socket circuits, and ensure all connections meet manufacturer torque specifications.
Comprehensive Testing
We test earth loop impedance, RCD trip times, insulation resistance on every circuit, and verify proper operation of all protective devices before restoring power to your home.
Certification and Handover
You receive electrical installation certificates, test results, circuit schedules with clear labeling, and building control notification. We explain how to operate your new board and answer all your questions.
You gain lifesaving RCD protection that wasn't available when many Birmingham homes were originally wired in the 1960s and 70s. Modern split-load boards isolate faults to single circuits rather than plunging your entire property into darkness, whilst metal enclosures resist fire spread far better than old plastic cases. Insurance companies increasingly require compliant boards for cover, and mortgage lenders often flag outdated fuse boxes during surveys. You'll also find it easier to add circuits for home offices or EV chargers when your board has spare capacity and proper labelling.
Why Upgrading Your Distribution Board Protects Your Family
- Stop dangerous shocks with instant RCD protection
- Keep lights on when one circuit trips
- Meet insurance requirements for home cover
- Add EV chargers without board replacement
- Eliminate fusewire hunting in the dark
- Pass mortgage surveys without electrical flags
- Protect appliances from power surge damage
- Get clear circuit labels for DIY confidence
Why Our Board Upgrades Last Decades
Metal-clad units with genuine branded components, full earthing checks, and spare capacity for future circuits.
What Fuse Board Upgrades Cost in Birmingham Properties
You'll typically pay between £400 and £800 for a standard consumer unit replacement in a Birmingham semi, with costs rising to £1,000-£1,200 for larger properties requiring dual boards or extensive earthing upgrades. The price includes the new metal-clad unit, all circuit breakers and RCDs, testing, certification, and building control notification. Properties with older TN-S or TT earthing systems may need additional work to meet current standards, which we'll identify during the initial inspection. We provide itemised quotes explaining every component, so you understand exactly what you're paying for. Call today for your free quote and honest assessment of your existing board.
Margaret Davies
Homeowner in Kings Heath
“Our old fuse box was still the ceramic type with actual wire you had to replace. Every time something tripped we'd be fumbling around in the dark trying to find the right fuse. They fitted a new metal consumer unit with proper switches and labels, and now when the kettle and toaster trip the breaker I just flick it back on. Makes life so much easier.”
Get Your Board Quote
Speak to our certified electricians about upgrading your fuse box today. We'll assess your existing board and provide transparent pricing with no obligation.