Consumer unit replacement in Lees
Need a consumer unit replacement in Lees? We're a local electrician based in Lees, fitting modern consumer units with the right protection for each circuit, tested, certified and registered for you.
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Planning a consumer unit replacement in Lees
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Do it before other electrical work
If you're planning a new kitchen, an electric shower, an EV charger or an extension, check the consumer unit first. An old board often has no spare space or the wrong protection for new circuits. Replacing it at the same time saves a second visit.
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RCDs or RCBOs
A board with two RCDs protects groups of circuits, so one fault can switch off half the house. RCBOs protect each circuit on its own, so a fault on the kitchen sockets won't turn off your lights. We'll talk through which suits your Lees home and budget.
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Surge protection
The current wiring regulations call for surge protection in most new installations. A surge protection device helps guard TVs, computers and boilers against voltage spikes, for example from nearby lightning. We fit one in the new board wherever it's required.
Booking a consumer unit replacement in Lees
Because we're based in Lees, we can usually pop round to look at your existing board and wiring at a time that suits you. We test what we can, explain the options and give you a free quote that includes everything we've found.
Expect the power to be off for most of the day while we work. Once the new unit is in, every circuit is tested and labelled. You get an Electrical Installation Certificate, and the building regulations certificate follows in the post after we register the work.
Before we arrive
- Clear space around the board
- Plan for the power being off
- Tell us about any regular tripping
- Shut down computers and servers
- Mention garages or garden power
How it works
Call or send a message
Tell us what's wrong or what you need doing. For urgent faults we offer a same day response.
We visit and quote
There's no call-out charge. We look at the job and give you a free quote before any work begins.
Done, tested and certified
We finish the work, test it and leave you with the right certificate for the job.
Consumer unit replacement in Lees: your questions
Should I replace my consumer unit before fitting an EV charger in Lees?
Only if it needs it. A charger needs its own circuit and suitable protection, so we check whether your board has space and the right devices. If it doesn't, replacing the board at the same time as fitting the charger is usually the simplest and tidiest option.
Are RCBOs worth the extra in a Lees home?
For many homes, yes. With RCBOs, a fault only switches off the circuit it's on, so the rest of the house stays powered. It also makes faults easier to trace. A board with two RCDs costs less to fit but can turn off several circuits at once.
Can a new consumer unit go in a different place in my Lees house?
Sometimes. Moving it means extending the meter tails and the circuit cables to the new position, which adds to the work. It has to stay somewhere accessible and away from escape routes where possible. We can look at options when we visit.
Will I get paperwork for a consumer unit change in Lees?
Yes. You get an Electrical Installation Certificate from us on the day, with test results for every circuit. A few weeks later, a building regulations compliance certificate arrives in the post. Keep both, as you'll need them if you sell the house.
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Book a consumer unit replacement in Lees
Thinking about a new fuse board? Call us or send a quick photo of your current one, and we'll come and take a look.