As a Landlord, You’re Responsible for Electrical Safety
From Eastville to Emersons Green, landlords across Bristol must comply with strict safety standards — and your fuse box (or consumer unit) plays a major part in that. If you’re renting out a property, it’s essential to know whether your current setup is legally up to scratch.
Legal Requirements for Fuse Boxes in Rentals
According to UK landlord regulations:
- All rental properties must undergo an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) at least every 5 years.
- The fuse box must have RCD protection for sockets used by tenants.
- If your EICR identifies a Code C1 or C2 defect in your consumer unit, you must act immediately.
- Properties without modern consumer units often fail EICRs due to lack of fire protection or safety mechanisms.
Outdated Fuse Boxes That Could Land You in Trouble
Be wary of units with:
- Fuse wire or cartridge fuses
- No RCD protection
- Wooden backboards or metal casings without fire-rated enclosures
- No labelling on circuits
- Tripping, buzzing, or flickering signs of stress
These often don’t meet the 18th Edition wiring regulations and could lead to fines, tenant complaints — or worse, safety incidents.
How Burridge Electrical Can Help
We specialise in landlord compliance services, including:
- Consumer unit upgrades with full NAPIT certification
- EICRs and pre-tenancy checks
- Smoke alarm installation for HMO compliance
Whether you're managing one flat in Kingswood or multiple properties across the BS postcode, we can help keep your electrics safe and legal.
Need to Check Your Fuse Box?
If you’re unsure whether your property’s board meets the current requirements, book a fuse box inspection with our qualified electricians today.