Petersfield’s charming homes often come with equally vintage fuse boards. But when it comes to your family’s safety, outdated electrics are no joke. A modern consumer unit (also called a fuse board) is one of the most important safety upgrades you can make for your home.
Still Using Fuses in Petersfield? Here’s Why It Might Be Time to Upgrade Your Consumer Unit
At Wessex Electrical Services, we help Petersfield homeowners bring their electrics up to modern standards with safe, compliant, and clearly labelled consumer unit replacements.
What’s a Consumer Unit, anyway?
Your consumer unit is the heart of your home’s electrical system. It controls where electricity goes and protects against faults and overloads. Modern units include:
- Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCBs)
- Residual Current Devices (RCDs) for shock protection
- A modern, fire-resistant enclosure with clear labelling
These features dramatically reduce the risk of electric shock and electrical fires.
Signs You May Need an Upgrade:
- Your fuse board still uses rewireable fuses (old-style)
- No RCD protection (especially for socket circuits and outdoor power)
- Tripping circuits, flickering lights, or a buzzing consumer unit
- You’re having other electrical work done (e.g. EICR, extension, or EV charger)
Why Replace It Now?
Electrical regulations change – and many Petersfield homes haven’t kept up. A new consumer unit ensures:
- Full compliance with the 18th Edition wiring regulations
- Greater protection for your family, especially young children and elderly residents
- Peace of mind that your home is safe and future-ready
Some insurers and mortgage providers even require upgraded consumer units for cover or home sales.
What’s Involved in a Replacement?
We make it easy for you. Our process includes:
- Power-down of your home
- Safe removal of your old unit
- Installation of a new, compliant unit with RCD/MCB protection
- Thorough testing of every circuit
- Clear labelling and safety certification
We’ll work neatly, respectfully, and aim for minimal disruption. We always clean up after ourselves, and you’ll have full paperwork for your records.
Why Petersfield Homeowners Trust Wessex Electrical:
- Local, friendly electricians who show up on time
- Clear advice and written quotes
- Fully insured and Trading Standards Approved
NAPIT-certified for complete compliance
Take the First Step
Don’t wait until something trips – let’s get your Petersfield home protected today.
📞 Call 01730 299247 for your free No Obligation Quote
