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    SD Electrical

    9.95

    (187 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

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    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
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    24/7 Electrical

    9.81

    (87 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

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    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Emergency Lighting
    Energy Efficient Lighting
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    Deltawatt Ltd

    9.87

    (50 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

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    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
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    ELLWOOD ELECTRICAL LTD

    10.00

    (81 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Fault Finding
    House Rewiring
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    James Paul Electrical

    9.86

    (259 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Under Floor Heating Installation
    Electric Cookers
    Electric Sockets
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    County Electrics

    9.95

    (117 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electric Heating
    Energy Efficient Lighting
    Electric Gate Wiring
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    MPEC Electrical Contractors

    9.97

    (138 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Installation Condition Report - Safety Checks - EICR
    Electric Smart Thermostats
    LED Lighting
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    Blue Bird Electrical Services Ltd

    9.89

    (134 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Immersion Heater Installation
    Immersion Heater Repair
    Electric Cookers
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    Hale Electrics Ltd

    9.81

    (555 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Installation Condition Report - Safety Checks - EICR
    Immersion Heater Repair
    Electric Sockets
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    Core Electrical South

    9.89

    (92 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electric Vehicle Charger Installation
    Electrical Under Floor Heating Repair
    Electric Gate Wiring
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    MS Electrical

    10.00

    (33 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

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    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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    1st Fix Electrics

    9.99

    (584 reviews)

    Operates in Oxted

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electric Gate Wiring
    Electric Range Cookers
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Find Consumer Unit (Fuseboard) Installation in Oxted

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 Oxted, including costs, regulations and what to expect from the job.

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

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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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