Is your home in Bristol still protected by an outdated fuse box? We are certified local electricians specialising in 18th Edition Consumer Unit Upgrades, ensuring ultimate safety and compliance for your property.
For properties in Bristol, upgrading from an old fuse box to a modern 18th Edition Consumer Unit is not just an upgrade—it's an essential safety investment. This protects your family, your property, and your legal compliance.
Old fuse boxes offer minimal protection. Modern units feature RCDs (Residual Current Devices) and RCBOs which instantly cut power in the event of a fault, preventing electric shocks and greatly reducing the risk of fire. Crucial for family homes in Bristol.
If you're buying, selling, or renting out a property in BS1, a new consumer unit is often required by conveyancers, mortgage lenders, and essential for passing an EICR (Electrical Safety Certificate). Mandatory for landlords.
The latest units include built-in Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) to safeguard sensitive and expensive modern electronics (computers, TVs, charging points) from damage caused by power spikes. A smart investment for Bristol homes.
We begin by assessing your current installation in Bristol. We identify existing faults to ensure your new Surge Protected RCBO board functions perfectly from day one.
Timescale: 30-60 Mins
We remove the old fuse box and install a modern, metal 18th Edition consumer unit. We tidy up all internal cabling and label every circuit clearly for your convenience.
Timescale: 4-6 Hours (Average)
Rigorous testing of every circuit in your BS1 property. You receive a full EIC Certificate and NAPIT Building Control notification for total peace of mind.
Price: Fixed Price Quote
If your consumer unit is over 25 years old (especially if it has rewirable fuses), UK safety regulations usually require an upgrade before adding a high-power circuit like an oven or EV charger.
Why? Because a modern appliance on an unprotected 30-year-old board is a fire risk. We perform an EICR first to ensure your existing wiring can handle the new load, protecting your appliance and your home.
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Don't leave your family's safety to chance with an outdated wooden or plastic fuse box. Join hundreds of homeowners in Bristol who have upgraded to a fully-certified, metal-clad consumer unit with Burridge Electrical.
Serving BS1, Brislington, Kingswood, and all of Bristol & South Glos.
A property investor acquired an older terraced building in the BS1 area of Bristol that was flagged for dangerous electrical wiring and an outdated wooden-backed fuse box. A full system replacement was necessary for immediate safety.
We performed a complete, phased 18th Edition rewire and installed a new metal consumer unit with Surge Protection. The entire project was certified and brought to full rental compliance ahead of the client's schedule.
A standard consumer unit replacement in the BS1 area typically takes between 4 to 6 hours. This includes the physical installation of the new RCBO board and the mandatory safety testing of all existing circuits to ensure they meet modern standards.
Yes, your electricity will need to be switched off while we replace the board. We know this is a hassle for residents in Bristol, so we usually start at 9:00 AM and have the power back on by mid-afternoon. We’ll always give you plenty of notice before the "big switch-off."
Old "rewirable" fuse boxes offer very little protection against electric shocks or fire. By upgrading your Bristol home to a modern 18th Edition metal consumer unit with SPD (Surge Protection) and RCBOs, you significantly increase the safety of your family and sensitive electronics.
Yes. Every consumer unit installation we perform in Bristol comes with an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC). We also notify Building Control on your behalf through NAPIT, which is a legal requirement under Part P of the building regulations.
Homeowners, Landlords, and Developers also book us for:
Many electricians in Bristol are simply not interested in the small jobs.They want the choice jobs and will drop you when a bigger,supposedly more lucrative project comes in.
Others advertise as electricians having no qualifications.They thrive on the basis that you don't understand what they do and as a result charging for shoddy,and often dangerous electrical work.
I set up Burridge Electrical to provide you with a quality service and provide you with exactly what you need from a qualified electrician.
