CONSUMER UNIT UPGRADES
IN ESSEX & EAST LONDON
Upgrade your old fuse board to a modern consumer unit with full RCD or RCBO protection. KLIC ELECTRICAL installs 18th Edition compliant consumer units across Essex and East London — same-day upgrades available.
What Is a Consumer Unit Upgrade?
Your consumer unit (also known as a fuse board or fuse box) is the heart of your home's electrical system. It distributes power to every circuit in your property and, crucially, contains the protection devices that cut power in the event of a fault or overload. An outdated fuse board — particularly one with rewirable fuses or no RCD protection — leaves your property and family significantly less protected.
KLIC ELECTRICAL upgrades consumer units across Essex and East London, replacing old fuseboard with modern, fully-labelled 18th Edition units with RCD or RCBO protection on every circuit. Every upgrade is Part P certified and completed with full testing — typically in a single day.
What's Included in Our Consumer Unit Upgrade
Pre-Upgrade Assessment
We inspect your existing board and circuits, identify any underlying faults, and provide a fully itemised written quote covering all materials and labour.
Safe Removal of Old Board
Your existing consumer unit is safely isolated and removed, with all existing circuits disconnected carefully and documented before installation begins.
New 18th Edition Consumer Unit
Supply and installation of a new dual-RCD or fully-RCBO consumer unit, with every circuit individually labelled — installed to BS 7671 Amendment 2.
Circuit Connections
All existing circuits reconnected and tested, with any immediately dangerous issues identified and reported. Surge protection fitted as required.
Full Testing & Verification
Every circuit is tested for insulation resistance, continuity, and RCD performance before the board is commissioned and handed over.
EIC & Part P Notification
Electrical Installation Certificate issued and self-certified with Building Control under Part P — legally valid and accepted by insurers.
Why Your Old Fuse Box Needs Replacing
An old or outdated consumer unit creates genuine risk to your property, family, and insurance position.
Fire & Safety Risk
Old-style rewirable fuse boards and boards without RCD protection are a primary cause of electrical fires. Modern consumer units with RCD/RCBO protection dramatically reduce this risk.
Insurance Requirements
Many home insurers now require a modern consumer unit with RCD protection. An outdated board may invalidate your buildings and contents insurance in the event of a claim.
Building Regulations Compliance
Consumer unit replacement is notifiable under Part P. As NICEIC Approved Contractors, we self-certify the work — ensuring full legal compliance with no council inspection required.
Consumer Unit Upgrades Across Essex & East London
Based in Aveley, Essex, KLIC ELECTRICAL covers the full Essex and East London area — including Thurrock, Basildon, Chelmsford, Brentwood, Romford, Barking, Dagenham, Ilford, Stratford, and all surrounding areas.
How We Handle Your Consumer Unit Upgrade
Most consumer unit upgrades are completed in a single day with minimal disruption to your home.
Free Assessment
We assess your existing board and circuits, confirm the right specification for your property, and provide a fixed written quote.
Supply & Schedule
We source the correct consumer unit for your property and confirm a convenient installation date — often same day or next day.
Remove & Install
The old board is safely removed and the new unit installed, with all circuits individually reconnected, tested, and labelled.
Test & Certify
Full circuit testing completed, EIC issued, and work notified to Building Control under Part P on the same day.
Consumer Unit Specialists in
Essex & East London
A consumer unit upgrade is one of the most important electrical safety investments you can make. KLIC ELECTRICAL brings NICEIC accreditation and real expertise to every board we install.
RCD vs RCBO — What's the Difference?
A dual-RCD board splits circuits into two groups — if one RCD trips, you lose half your circuits. A fully-RCBO board gives every circuit its own protection, so a fault on one circuit affects only that circuit. We will advise on the best option for your property.
NICEIC Approved
Your certificate is legally valid and backed by NICEIC — accepted by all UK insurers and recognised by solicitors during property sales.
Same-Day Upgrades
Most consumer unit upgrades can be completed within a single working day with minimal disruption to your household.
Local Essex Experts
Based in Aveley — fast response, local knowledge, and no call-centre delays. You deal directly with the engineer.
Fixed Written Quotes
The price we quote is the price you pay. No hidden extras, no surprise charges for materials or certification.
Premium Brands Only
We install Hager, Wylex, and Schneider consumer units — trusted British electrical brands with long manufacturer warranties.
5-Star Rated
Hundreds of Essex and East London homeowners have trusted us with their fuse board upgrades — our 5-star rating reflects the quality of our work.
What Our Customers Say
Real reviews from satisfied customers across Essex & East London
“Highly recommend! Professional, reliable, and was early on arrival than stated. Will use your services in the future — thanks again.”
Adam Ramo
Verified Customer
“Great service from KLIC Electrical. Would highly recommend. Professional and polite. I only needed a small job doing, and it was sorted in less than 24 hours of asking. Thank You!!”
Mandy Holmes Nicholls
Verified Customer
“Kris spent a lot of time researching the solution to my odd electrical problem, he persevered and was able to fix it a lot cheaper than either of us had ever expected! I would definitely recommend KLIC Electrical for any job, I will certainly be using him again!”
Teresa O'Keeffe
Verified Customer
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Consumer Unit Upgrade FAQs
Common questions about consumer unit upgrades and fuse board replacements in Essex and East London.
A consumer unit upgrade typically costs between £350 and £700 in Essex, depending on the size of the board, number of circuits, and whether a dual-RCD or fully-RCBO unit is specified. We provide fixed, itemised written quotes after a free assessment — no hidden extras.
Most consumer unit upgrades are completed within 4–6 hours. This includes safe removal of the old board, installation and wiring of the new unit, full circuit testing, labelling, and issuing the Electrical Installation Certificate. You will be without power for the duration of the installation.
You should consider upgrading if your property has: rewirable fuses rather than MCBs, no RCD protection, a board older than 25 years, persistent circuit trips, a failed EICR, or if your insurer has flagged the board as a risk. If you are unsure, book a free assessment with us.
A dual-RCD board splits your circuits into two banks, each protected by one RCD. If the RCD trips, you lose all circuits on that bank. A fully-RCBO board gives every circuit its own breaker and RCD protection — so a fault affects only that circuit. RCBO boards offer superior protection and convenience, and we recommend them for most installations.
Yes. Consumer unit replacements in domestic properties are notifiable under Part P of the Building Regulations. As NICEIC Approved Contractors, we self-certify all work directly with Building Control — at no additional cost to you.
Many insurers now specify that domestic properties must have a modern consumer unit with RCD protection. An old rewirable fuse board can result in increased premiums, policy exclusions, or a refused claim. A NICEIC-certified upgrade typically resolves this and may reduce your premium.
Yes — we carry out consumer unit upgrades in flats, houses, and rented properties across Essex and East London. For rented properties, the landlord must ensure the work is carried out by a qualified contractor and a copy of the EIC provided to the tenant. We handle all certification as standard.
We Cover Essex & East London
KLIC ELECTRICAL is based in Aveley, Essex and provides electrical installation services across the following areas:
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