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  • SM Electrical Services Logo

    SM Electrical Services

    9.87

    (293 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Smoke Alarms
    Lighting Design
    Electrical Contractors
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  • BlueFox London ltd Logo

    BlueFox London ltd

    9.95

    (66 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Installation Condition Report - Safety Checks - EICR
    Electric Vehicle Charger Installation
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Repair
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  • Contact Electrician Ltd Logo

    Contact Electrician Ltd

    9.80

    (446 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    House Rewiring
    Garden Lighting
    Smoke Alarms
    Call

  • Mark Sparks Electrical

    9.95

    (238 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    House Rewiring
    Electric Radiators
    Emergency Electrician Service
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  • Corevia Group Logo

    Corevia Group

    (0 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Repair
    Electrical Heater Repair
    Fault Finding
    Call
  • Sanj electrical Technology Logo

    Sanj electrical Technology

    9.92

    (16 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Under Floor Heating Installation
    Electric Vehicle Charger Installation
    Smoke Alarms
    Call
  • Positive Contractors Ltd Logo

    Positive Contractors Ltd

    9.82

    (587 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Installation Condition Report - Safety Checks - EICR
    House Rewiring
    Electrical Under Floor Heating Installation
    Call
  • Hazell Electrical Services Logo

    Hazell Electrical Services

    9.93

    (62 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electric Cookers
    LED Lighting
    Electric Showers
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  • EB Electrical Logo

    EB Electrical

    9.92

    (39 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Installation Condition Report - Safety Checks - EICR
    Lighting Design
    LED Lighting
    Call
  • Onyx Electrical Installations LTD Logo

    Onyx Electrical Installations LTD

    10.00

    (26 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Under Floor Heating Installation
    Electric Range Cookers
    Immersion Heater Repair
    Call
  • Eagle Lighting Electrical Ltd Logo

    Eagle Lighting Electrical Ltd

    9.83

    (16 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Electrical Installation Condition Report - Safety Checks - EICR
    Electrical Contractors
    Garden Lighting
    Call

  • GIMI's Electrical

    10.00

    (47 reviews)

    Operates in South Harrow

    Services & skills
    Electrician
    Fuseboard / Consumer Unit Installation
    Emergency Electrician Service
    Electric Heating
    Electric Stoves
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Find Consumer Unit (Fuseboard) Installation in South Harrow

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 South Harrow, 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 South Harrow?

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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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