Fuse Box & Consumer Unit Problems
Old fuse boxes, hot consumer units, and signs you need an upgrade.
Old Fuse Box — Do I Need To Upgrade?
CautionYour fuse box is old and you are wondering whether it needs replacing with a modern consumer unit.
Typical fix £350–£700
Fuse Box Making A Humming Noise
High riskYour fuse box or consumer unit is making a humming, buzzing, or vibrating noise.
Typical fix £80–£300
Consumer Unit Is Hot
EmergencyYour consumer unit or fuse box is hot to the touch — this is a fire risk that needs immediate attention.
Typical fix £100–£700
Signs Your Fuse Box Needs Upgrading
CautionYour fuse box is showing signs that it is outdated and no longer providing adequate protection.
Typical fix £350–£650
RCD Not Working Or Won't Test
High riskThe test button on your RCD does not trip the device, or the RCD is not providing protection.
Typical fix £100–£250
Is My Metal Fuse Box Safe?
CautionYou have a metal fuse box and want to know if it meets current regulations and is safe to use.
Typical fix £350–£650
Fuse Box In The Bathroom — Is It Legal?
High riskYour fuse box or consumer unit is located in the bathroom — a potentially dangerous and non-compliant situation.
Typical fix £500–£1,200
Still Got Rewirable Fuses?
CautionYour fuse box uses old rewirable fuses with fuse wire instead of modern circuit breakers.
Typical fix £350–£600
Fuse Box Labels Missing Or Wrong
Low riskYour consumer unit has no labels, or the labels are wrong — making it impossible to identify which switch controls what.
Typical fix £60–£150