A consumer unit upgrade is one of the most impactful electrical improvements you can make to a Bedfordshire property. Whether you're a homeowner in Bedford, a landlord with properties in Luton, or managing a commercial building in Dunstable — upgrading an old fuse board to a modern consumer unit improves safety, ensures legal compliance, and can even reduce your insurance premiums.
What is a Consumer Unit?
A consumer unit (sometimes still called a fuse box or fuse board) is the main distribution board for your property's electrical installation. It contains circuit breakers (MCBs), residual current devices (RCDs), or combined RCBOs that protect each individual circuit. The consumer unit connects to your electricity meter and distributes power safely to every circuit in the building.
Signs You Need a Consumer Unit Upgrade in Bedfordshire
What Does a Consumer Unit Upgrade Cost in Bedfordshire?
The cost of a consumer unit upgrade in Bedfordshire depends on the size of the installation and the type of consumer unit required. As a rough guide:
| Consumer Unit Type | Typical Price Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Standard split-load consumer unit | £300 – £450 | Most domestic properties |
| Full RCBO consumer unit | £450 – £650 | Best protection, individual RCD per circuit |
| Three-phase commercial board | £600 – £1,200+ | Commercial properties, offices, workshops |
| Consumer unit + EICR bundle | Ask for quote | Value package for landlords |
Prices are approximate and include labour. Call us for a free, fixed-price quote for your Bedfordshire property.
The Consumer Unit Upgrade Process
Here's what to expect when you book a consumer unit upgrade with our Bedfordshire electricians:
Survey & Quote
We visit your property, assess the existing installation, and provide a fixed-price quote. No hidden extras.
DNO Notification
We notify your Distribution Network Operator (DNO) if required — you don't need to do anything.
Installation Day
The supply is isolated, the old board is removed, and the new consumer unit is installed and connected. Most jobs take 4-8 hours.
Testing & Certification
All circuits are tested and the installation is certified. You receive a BS 7671 certificate and Building Regulations notification.
Related Services for Bedfordshire Properties
After a consumer unit upgrade, many customers also take the opportunity to book:
EICR Certificate
Confirm your whole installation is safe with an Electrical Installation Condition Report.
Book EICR →EV Charger Installation
Add a dedicated EV charger circuit — often done at the same time as a consumer unit upgrade.
EV Charger →Additional Circuits
New kitchen circuits, outbuilding supply, or additional socket circuits.
Installations →Get a Free Consumer Unit Quote for Your Bedfordshire Property
NICEIC approved, fully insured, competitive fixed-price quotes across Bedford, Luton, Dunstable & all of Bedfordshire.