Consumer Unit Upgrades & Fuse Board Replacement
Phoenix Safety Group upgrades old fuse boards, replaces unsafe consumer units and installs modern circuit protection for homes, landlords and commercial premises across London, Essex and the South East.
Modern protection for safer installations.
The consumer unit is the main control point for the electrical installation. If it is damaged, outdated, poorly installed or missing modern protection, it can lead to failed EICRs and increased electrical risk.
We install modern consumer units with suitable protective devices, clear labelling, testing and certification.
We can help with:
- Consumer unit upgrades
- Fuse board replacements
- RCBO consumer units
- RCD protection upgrades
- Surge protection devices
- Landlord electrical remedials
- Failed EICR consumer unit issues
- Testing and certification
When does a consumer unit need upgrading?
A consumer unit upgrade may be recommended after an EICR, before property rental, during refurbishment or where the existing board is no longer suitable.
Failed EICR
Older boards, poor protection, damaged enclosures or unsafe circuit arrangements can contribute to an unsatisfactory EICR.
Missing Protection
Modern installations often require suitable RCD or RCBO protection depending on the circuits and installation conditions.
Rental Properties
Landlords often upgrade consumer units as part of EICR remedial works before letting or renewing compliance documentation.
Consumer unit replacement after a failed EICR
Not every failed EICR means the consumer unit must be replaced. However, some reports identify issues that make an upgrade the most practical route to compliance.
We review the report, check the existing installation and advise whether repair, alteration or full replacement is the correct option.
Common consumer unit issues include:
- Old rewireable fuse boards
- Missing RCD protection
- Damaged consumer unit enclosures
- Incorrect circuit labelling
- Poor cable entries
- Mixed or unsuitable protective devices
- No spare capacity for future works
Already have a failed EICR?
Send us the report and we can quote the consumer unit works alongside any other electrical remedials needed to close out the report.
View EICR RemedialsOur consumer unit process
A clear process from inspection to installation and certification.
Assess
We review the existing board, installation and requirements.
Quote
You receive a practical quote for the required works.
Install
We replace or upgrade the consumer unit safely.
Certify
Testing, labelling and certification are completed properly.
Need a consumer unit upgrade?
Send us the property details and we’ll advise on the next step.
Consumer unit FAQs
Do I need to replace my old fuse board?
Not always, but older fuse boards may need upgrading where they are damaged, unsuitable or lacking required protection.
Can a consumer unit cause a failed EICR?
Yes. Consumer unit defects, missing protection or unsafe arrangements can contribute to an unsatisfactory EICR.
Do you issue certification?
Yes. Consumer unit upgrades are tested and certified as part of the works.
Can you quote from photos?
In many cases, photos of the existing consumer unit and surrounding area help us give initial advice before attending.
Request a consumer unit quote
Send us details of the property and the existing fuse board or consumer unit. Photos are useful if you have them.
- Fuse board replacement
- RCBO board upgrades
- RCD protection
- Surge protection
- Failed EICR remedials