Consumer unit replacement in Reigate
Need a consumer unit replaced in Reigate? TMB Electrics checks the supply, earthing, bonding and every circuit before fitting the new board. Trevor works across converted villas with several electrical installations and Woodhatch homes with older protection, proving what each board serves before anything is disconnected.
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- 14 years trading
- Local to Banstead
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Consumer unit replacement pricing
TMB Electrics provides straightforward quotes for consumer unit replacements. Pricing covers the metal consumer unit, circuit breakers, surge device, complete labour, electrical testing and official certification.
From £375
Included when agreed
- A new metal consumer unit with RCD protection and surge protection
- Every existing circuit reconnected and labelled
- Testing of every circuit before the power goes back on
- An Electrical Installation Certificate, notified under Part P
Ways to pay
- Pay by bank
- Bank transfer
- The overall price depends on the total count of circuits requiring reconnection into the new board.
- Main earth bonding upgrades or meter tail enlargements are quoted prior to starting if existing sizes are undersized.
- Repairs to faults discovered on pre-existing circuit wiring are priced separately before remedial work proceeds.
Consumer unit replacement across Reigate
We serve Reigate from our base in Banstead.
What happens on the day
A fuse board change generally takes between half a day and a full day. Power remains turned off during the central part of the work while cabling is reconnected into the new enclosure.
- Preliminary circuit testingBefore removing the existing fuse board, each circuit undergoes basic electrical checks. Identifying pre-existing faults early ensures sensitive modern breakers do not trip repeatedly once the new board is powered.
- Cabinet installation and dressingThe old unit is isolated and removed from the mounting surface. The metal enclosure is mounted securely, incoming supply tails and bonding conductors are connected, and all circuit cables are routed and labelled neatly.
- Final testing and handoverOnce energised, all circuits, switches and socket outlets undergo live testing to verify trip times and loop impedances. A clear circuit chart is affixed inside the unit, and the installation is walked through with the owner.
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Why choose TMB Electrics
Trevor BushElectrician- Reviews
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- Rating
- 5.0
- Trading since
- 2012
“I keep things straightforward: you deal with me from the first quote to the final check, with clear advice and no surprises along the way.”
Trevor Bush, TMB Electrics
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WhatsAppHow long will the electricity be turned off during installation?
A standard board replacement takes between half a day and a full day. The mains electrical supply is isolated for the majority of this period while existing cables are disconnected and transferred to the new unit.
Can existing wiring connect to a modern consumer unit?
In most situations, yes. Each existing circuit is tested prior to reconnection. If tests uncover a pre-existing wiring fault, TMB Electrics explains the issue and provides a separate quote before undertaking any repairs.
Why are wooden backed fuse boxes replaced?
Wooden boards and rewireable fuses do not meet current non-combustible casing requirements and lack residual current devices. Upgrading removes flammable backings and installs fast-acting shock and fire protection.
Is a consumer unit replacement notifiable under building regulations?
Yes. Replacing a consumer unit is notifiable work under Part P of the building regulations. TMB Electrics completes the electrical testing and supplies the required certification and compliance paperwork.
What is the difference between a fuse board and a consumer unit?
The terms are often used interchangeably. A traditional fuse board used fuse wire or cartridge fuses, whereas a modern consumer unit contains miniature circuit breakers, RCDs and surge protection inside a steel enclosure.