Fuse Board Upgrades

WaterTight Plumbing and Electrics provides expert fuse board upgrade services throughout Leicestershire, replacing outdated electrical panels with modern consumer units that meet current safety standards. Our NAPIT certified electricians ensure your electrical system provides reliable protection and complies with 18th Edition regulations.

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Why Upgrade Your Fuse Board?

Older fuse boards with traditional fuses or early circuit breakers often lack the safety features required by modern electrical standards. These outdated systems may not provide adequate protection against electrical faults and can pose serious safety risks to your property and family.

Modern consumer units include residual current devices (RCDs) that provide life-saving protection against electric shock and electrical fires. Upgrading your fuse board significantly improves electrical safety whilst providing better circuit protection and more reliable power distribution throughout your home.

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Signs You Need a Fuse Board Upgrade

Several indicators suggest your fuse board requires upgrading. If your electrical panel still uses traditional fuses that need replacing when they blow, or if it lacks RCD protection, an upgrade is essential for safety and compliance with current regulations.

Frequent tripping of circuits, burning smells from the electrical panel, or visible signs of damage such as scorch marks or melted components indicate immediate safety concerns. Properties with fuse boards over 25 years old should be assessed for upgrade requirements, particularly if you're planning electrical work or experiencing reliability issues.

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Modern Consumer Unit Features

Today's consumer units incorporate advanced safety features that provide comprehensive protection for your electrical installation. RCD protection monitors electrical circuits and automatically disconnects power if dangerous earth faults are detected, preventing electric shock and reducing fire risk.

Modern circuit breakers offer more precise protection than traditional fuses, automatically resetting after fault clearance and providing better circuit management. Split-load consumer units allow different circuits to be protected by separate RCDs, ensuring that a fault on one circuit doesn't affect power to other areas of your home.

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Professional Installation Process

WaterTight Plumbing and Electrics follows a systematic approach to fuse board upgrades, beginning with a comprehensive assessment of your existing electrical installation. We evaluate your current electrical load, circuit requirements, and any planned future additions to ensure your new consumer unit meets all your needs.

Our qualified electricians carefully plan the upgrade to minimise disruption to your power supply. We coordinate the installation to reduce downtime and ensure essential circuits are restored as quickly as possible. All work is carried out to current electrical standards with appropriate certification provided upon completion.

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Compliance with Current Regulations

All our fuse board upgrades comply with the latest 18th Edition wiring regulations, ensuring your electrical installation meets current safety standards. We install appropriate RCD protection, surge protection devices where beneficial, and ensure proper earthing and bonding throughout your system.

Our installations include all necessary labelling and documentation, providing clear identification of circuits and emergency isolation procedures. This compliance ensures your upgraded consumer unit will pass electrical inspections and meet insurance requirements.

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Enhanced Electrical Safety

Upgrading your fuse board provides multiple layers of electrical protection that significantly improve safety in your home. RCD protection detects dangerous earth faults within milliseconds, potentially saving lives and preventing electrical fires.

Modern circuit breakers provide more reliable protection against overloads and short circuits, automatically isolating faulty circuits whilst maintaining power to unaffected areas. This improved selectivity means electrical faults cause minimal disruption to your daily routine.

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Future-Proofing Your Electrical System

A professional fuse board upgrade prepares your electrical system for future requirements. We design consumer unit layouts that can accommodate additional circuits for electric vehicle charging, solar panel systems, or other electrical upgrades you may consider.

Our forward-thinking approach ensures your new consumer unit has sufficient capacity and flexibility for expanding electrical needs. This planning can save significant costs if you later decide to add new electrical installations or increase your electrical load.

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Surge Protection Integration

Modern consumer units can incorporate surge protection devices that safeguard sensitive electronic equipment from voltage spikes. These devices protect valuable appliances, computers, and entertainment systems from damage caused by electrical surges from lightning or power grid fluctuations.

WaterTight Plumbing and Electrics can advise on appropriate surge protection for your specific requirements and integrate these devices seamlessly into your new consumer unit installation.

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Minimal Disruption Installation

We understand that fuse board upgrades require temporary power disconnection, which is why our experienced team works efficiently to minimise disruption to your household. We coordinate the work to restore essential circuits quickly and complete the installation with minimal inconvenience.

Our electricians protect your property during installation, ensuring work areas are kept clean and tidy. We provide clear communication about the upgrade process and expected timescales, helping you plan around the temporary power interruption.

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Complete Testing and Certification

Every fuse board upgrade includes comprehensive testing to ensure all circuits operate safely and correctly. We test RCD operation, verify circuit protection settings, and confirm proper earthing and bonding throughout your electrical installation.

Upon completion, we provide full certification including an Electrical Installation Certificate and, where required, Building Control notification. This documentation confirms your upgrade meets current safety standards and provides official records for insurance and future reference.

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Quality Components and Workmanship

WaterTight Plumbing and Electrics uses only high-quality consumer units and components from reputable manufacturers. Our selection ensures reliable operation, longevity, and compliance with current electrical standards.

All installation work is backed by our professional guarantee and appropriate insurance coverage. Our NAPIT registration and Checkatrade approval provide additional assurance of our commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.

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Serving Leicestershire from Coalville

Based in Coalville, we provide fuse board upgrade services throughout Leicestershire. Our local knowledge and established reputation mean we understand the common electrical issues affecting properties in the area and can recommend appropriate upgrade solutions.

Contact WaterTight Plumbing and Electrics today to discuss your fuse board upgrade requirements. Our qualified electricians are ready to assess your current electrical panel and provide professional upgrade services that enhance safety, reliability, and compliance with current electrical standards.