Is Your Fuse Box Still Up to the Job?
If you live in an older property in Bristol, Kingswood, Brislington or nearby, it’s worth asking: is your fuse box fit for today’s demands? Many older consumer units were never designed to handle modern electrical loads, and that could put your safety — and your home — at risk.
Key Warning Signs It’s Time for a Replacement
- 1. Your fuse box has a wooden back board or metal casing
Old-style units often lack proper protection and may not comply with current regs. - 2. You still have fuse wire instead of circuit breakers
Manually replacing fuse wire after a trip is outdated and unsafe. - 3. There's no RCD protection
Modern RCDs trip instantly to protect you from electric shock — if yours doesn’t have any, that’s a red flag. - 4. Frequent tripping or flickering lights
This could indicate an overloaded or faulty board. - 5. You’re planning major electrical work
New circuits (like a kitchen rewire, EV charger, or garden power) often require a board upgrade first. - 6. You’ve had a failed or unsatisfactory EICR
If your report flags the consumer unit as non-compliant, it needs attention quickly.
Why It Matters: Safety and Compliance
Upgrading your fuse box isn’t just about ticking a box for safety — it can protect your life, your family, and your investment. Faulty or outdated systems are one of the top causes of domestic electrical fires. Plus, if you’re a landlord, regulations require certain levels of protection in rental properties.
Next Steps: Get a Professional Fuse Box Check
At Burridge Electrical, we carry out full assessments, advise on the best solution, and install modern 18th Edition-compliant consumer units complete with RCDs, surge protection, and full NAPIT certification.
We cover Kingswood, Hanham, Staple Hill, Brislington, and all surrounding Bristol areas.
Still Unsure? Book a Quick Inspection
If you're seeing any of the signs listed above — or just want peace of mind — don’t wait. Electrical issues don’t fix themselves, and the longer they’re left, the more they can cost you in the long run.