Oh no! Worried you need a consumer unit replacement Bedminster? Fairway Electrical are highly recommended electricians with knowledge of the community, local building codes and electrical requirements of properties in the area.
What does the consumer unit do?
The consumer unit, also referred to as a fuse box or fuse board, is the control point for safely diverting electricity from the mains to the circuits in your home. It’s through the careful and safe distribution of electricity that you can actually power up your electrical appliances.
Consumer units include a number of safety features to kick in during a power surge or on the rare occasion you might experience lighting strikes. If worried about the state of the unit and unsure as to whether a consumer unit replacement Bedminster is essential, my experience as an electrician can help quickly determine the state of the consumer unit.
Consumer unit replacement Bedminster
It’s always wise to keep an eye on the electrical installation at your home to make sure they are damage and fault free. You might be concerned about your consumer unit if it’s slightly dated and over 20 years old. If this is the case, the unit might lack essential safety features so it’s worth having the unit checked.
You might find that the unit has experienced general wear and tear over the years. There may be loose connections or damage to the unit, needing expert attention.
Other signs you might want to look out for are frequent tripping of fuses, scorch or burn marks to the consumer unit as well as any crackling noises at your home in Bedminster.
I’ve recently carried out a number of consumer unit replacements in Bedminster as homeowners have made preparation for high power usage. If you’re thinking about having a home EV charger installed or want to install solar panels at your home, it's worth upgrading your consumer unit to better manage additional power loads.
The pros of a consumer unit replacement
Modern consumer units include enhanced features such as RCDs or residual current devices. RCDs detect the slightest change in current, acting quickly to stop the flow of electricity to prevent electric shocks.
SPDs or surge protection devices are also present in modern consumer units. Designed to protect electrical appliances at your home in the event of a power surge.
As a responsible homeowner, it’s important to ensure the electrical installation at your home is compliant with current industry standards. This way you can keep your home safe whilst experiencing reliable and efficient electrical distribution.
Benefits of working with Fairway Electrical
I’ve worked closely with homeowners and private landlords in and around Bedminster. It’s fair to say that I’ve established quite the reputation as your local, qualified and professional electrician. Have a read of the many five star google reviews on my website written by existing clients.
As a NAPIT approved electrician, I demonstrate compliance with regulations BS7671. Clients can rest assured that the highest degree of safety standards are followed during all electrical installations, wiring and consumer unit replacements in Bedminster.
If you need more information about a consumer unit replacement Bedminster, contact me at Fairway Electrical.
