Why Upgrade Your Consumer Unit?
If your home in Brislington still has an old-style fuse board with rewireable fuses or no RCD protection, it may be time for a serious electrical upgrade. A modern consumer unit provides improved safety, supports higher electrical demand, and meets the latest 18th edition wiring regulations.
What Is a Consumer Unit?
Also known as a fuse board, the consumer unit is the control centre for your home’s electrical system. It distributes electricity to individual circuits and provides safety devices such as RCDs (Residual Current Devices), RCBOs (Residual Current Breaker with Overcurrent), and MCBs (Miniature Circuit Breakers).
Key Signs You Need an Upgrade
- 🔌 No RCD protection
- 💥 Frequent tripping or blown fuses
- ⚠️ Burn marks or melted plastic on your fuse board
- 🏚 Property over 30 years old with original wiring
- 🧰 Planning a kitchen rewire or EV charger install
Upgrading now could save you costly problems down the line — and it makes your property far safer for your family or tenants.
What's Included in a Consumer Unit Upgrade?
When you book a consumer unit replacement with Burridge Electrical in Brislington, here’s what we typically include:
- ✅ Full inspection of your current electrical system
- ✅ Safe removal and disposal of the old fuse board
- ✅ Installation of a modern 18th Edition-compliant unit
- ✅ RCD and/or RCBO protection for all circuits
- ✅ Electrical Installation Certificate and Building Control notification
Why Choose Burridge Electrical?
We’re NAPIT-registered electricians based in Bristol, and we’ve helped countless homeowners in Brislington modernise their electrics. Our team is local, reliable, and highly experienced in consumer unit replacements and full house rewires.
Whether it’s part of a larger renovation or a standalone upgrade, we handle everything — safely, professionally, and with minimal disruption.
Book Your Free Assessment Today
If you’re not sure about the condition of your fuse board, we offer free visual inspections and detailed quotes with no obligation.