Your fuse board — also known as a consumer unit — is at the heart of your home’s electrical system. It controls and protects the flow of electricity, keeping your property safe from faults, overloads, and potential fire risks.
At ELC Electrical, we provide expert fuse board upgrades and replacements across Edinburgh to bring your home’s electrics up to modern safety standards. If you are a landlord, there are minimum safety requirements which must be met.
Do I Need a New Fuse Board?
If your home still has an old-style fuse board with re-wireable fuses, it may no longer meet current regulations or provide adequate protection. Common signs you may need an upgrade include:
No RCD (Residual Current Device) protection
Flickering lights or frequent tripped circuits
Burning smells or discoloured fuse board casing
A home over 20 years old without electrical updates
Upgrading to a modern consumer unit ensures:
Better protection against electric shocks and fire
Compliance with current UK wiring regulations (BS 7671)
Greater capacity for modern appliances and technology
Peace of mind knowing your home is safe
At ELC Electrical, we install modern metal consumer units fitted with RCBO protection and Surge Protection Devices (SPD), giving your home the highest level of safety and reliability.
RCBOs protect against electric shocks, overloads, and short circuits.
SPDs guard your appliances and electronics from damaging power surges.
Fully compliant with the latest UK electrical regulations.
Improves efficiency, supports modern technology, and future-proofs your property.
All consumer unit installations are inclusive of mains-tails replacement
Why Choose Us?
Fully qualified, insured, and NAPIT-accredited electricians
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
Compliance with all UK wiring regulations (BS 7671)
Reliable, friendly, and respectful service
Commitment to safety and compliance with all regulations
Local Edinburgh team with years of experience
Your fuse board is your home’s first line of defence against electrical hazards. Don’t take chances with outdated equipment.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote and upgrade your fuse board with confidence.