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  • Aldam Plumbing & Electrical Services Limited Logo

    Aldam Plumbing & Electrical Services Limited

    9.79

    (49 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electric Sockets
    House Rewiring
    Smoke Alarms
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  • KwikFix Electrics Ltd Logo

    KwikFix Electrics Ltd

    10.00

    (25 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Installation Condition Report - Safety Checks - EICR
    Emergency Electrician Service
    Electrical Contractors
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  • DJD Electrical Services Ltd Logo

    DJD Electrical Services Ltd

    10.00

    (125 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electric Sockets
    LED Lighting
    Storage Heating
    Call
  • Ground Electrical Logo

    Ground Electrical

    9.88

    (39 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electric Cookers
    Electric Gate Wiring
    Electric Sockets
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  • Interlec (Brighton) Limited Logo

    Interlec (Brighton) Limited

    9.75

    (62 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Under Floor Heating Installation
    LED Lighting
    Electric Vehicle Charger Installation
    Call
  • MS Electrical Solutions Logo

    MS Electrical Solutions

    10.00

    (35 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Suggested Services
    Fuseboard Replacement - 6-Way Consumer Unit - Incl. Testing & Cert
    £755 / job
    Fuseboard Replacement - 8-Way Consumer Unit - Incl. Testing & Cert
    £845 / job
    Fuseboard Replacement - 10-Way Consumer Unit - Incl. Testing & Cert
    £995 / job
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  • Perry Plumbers & Electrics Logo

    Perry Plumbers & Electrics

    9.96

    (277 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Garden Lighting
    Electric Boiler Servicing / Repair
    Emergency Electrician Service
    Call
  • Core Electrical South LTD Logo

    Core Electrical South LTD

    9.82

    (97 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electric Cookers
    Electric Heating
    Electric Vehicle Charger Installation
    Call
  • Swiftly Electrical Limited Logo

    Swiftly Electrical Limited

    9.95

    (20 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Repair
    Electric Vehicle Charger Installation
    Electrical Under Floor Heating Repair
    Call
  • L J Electrical Logo

    L J Electrical

    9.96

    (406 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Installation Condition Report - Safety Checks - EICR
    Electric Heating
    House Rewiring
    Call
  • Blue Bird Electrical Services Ltd Logo

    Blue Bird Electrical Services Ltd

    9.89

    (138 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electric Radiators
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Repair
    LED Lighting
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  • P Davies Electrical (Sussex) Ltd Logo

    P Davies Electrical (Sussex) Ltd

    10.00

    (142 reviews)

    Operates in Haywards Heath

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electric Showers
    Garden Lighting
    Electric Gate Wiring
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Find Consumer Unit (Fuseboard) Installation in Haywards Heath

Replacing a consumer unit is a safety-critical job that must be carried out by a qualified electrician.

Read on to learn how to find and hire certified electricians for consumer unit (fuseboard) installation in Haywards Heath, including costs, regulations and what to expect from the job.

Rather we do the searching for you? Try our quick request a quote feature and we’ll put you in touch with qualified electricians covering your local area.

How much does consumer unit (fuseboard ) installation cost in Haywards Heath?

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That said, prices may vary depending on the size of your home, number of circuits and whether any repair work is needed.

Tip: Learn more about pricing in our consumer unit replacement cost guide.

What’s the difference between a fusebox and a consumer unit?

Ultimately, a fusebox and consumer unit refer to the same thing. The only difference is how they are wired:

  • Traditional fuseboxes have rewireable fuses and were used in older homes
  • Modern consumer units use MCBs (miniature circuit breakers) and RCDs (residual current devices), which offer improved safety and faster fault detection

Can I fit a new consumer unit myself?

No. Replacing a consumer unit is notifiable work under Part P of the Building Regulations and must be carried out by a qualified electrician.

DIY installation is unsafe and illegal unless you're properly certified. A registered electrician will ensure compliance and issue the correct certification.

Do I need Building Regulations approval to change a consumer unit?

Yes. Consumer unit replacement must comply with UK Building Regulations (Part P).

Your consumer unit installer will notify the local authority or self-certify through a competent person scheme and provide certification once the work is complete.

Can you replace a fusebox without rewiring the house?

In many cases, yes, you can replace a fusebox without rewiring the house. That’s provided the existing wiring is safe and passes inspection.

Before installation, the electrician will carry out checks (often an Electrical Installation Condition Report) to ensure the system is suitable for a new unit.

If wiring is outdated or unsafe, updates may be needed.

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