Fuse Box Upgrades: Modern Consumer Units

Older fuse boxes need upgrading for modern safety standards. Here's what you need to know about consumer unit upgrades...

Safety Improvements
Modern units include RCD protection and better fault detection.

Capacity
New units can handle higher electrical loads from modern appliances.

Legal Requirements
Certain upgrades may be required for property sales or insurance.

Cost and Process
A typical upgrade costs £800-£1,500 and takes 1-2 days.