From flickering lights and frequent tripping to the need for regulatory compliance or additional capacity, there are countless reasons to consider a fuseboard (consumer unit) upgrade. At Norfolk Current, I specialize in delivering reliable and professional fuseboard upgrades to keep your home safe and compliant.
Is it Time to Upgrade Your Fuseboard? - Norfolk Current, Norwich
FUSEBOARD OR CONSUMER UNIT?
Fuseboard upgrades not only improve your Norwich home’s safety but also ensure compliance with the latest electrical regulations. You may have noticed that the term “consumer unit” is now commonly used to describe modern fuseboards, but they serve the same purpose: distributing electricity around your home and protecting your circuits against power surges.
The key difference? Older fuseboards relied on fuses that needed replacing after a power surge. Modern consumer units use switches that trip and can easily be reset. Plus, they come with Residual Current Devices (RCDs), which automatically cut off electricity in the event of a fault, offering an additional layer of protection for you and your family.
WHAT’S INSIDE YOUR FUSEBOARD?
If you’re unfamiliar with how your fuseboard works, here’s a quick breakdown of its key components:
- Main Switch: Allows you to turn off all power in an emergency.
- Circuit Breakers: Each breaker controls a separate circuit in your home. If a circuit becomes overloaded, the breaker trips to prevent overheating or electrical fires.
- Residual Current Devices (RCDs): Typically, there are two RCDs covering different sections of your home. They trip when they detect a fault, adding an extra layer of safety.
WHY UPGRADE YOUR FUSEBOARD?
There are many reasons why homeowners choose to upgrade their fuseboards. Here are some of the most common:
- Ensuring compliance with current regulations
- Improved energy efficiency
- Enhanced safety and peace of mind
- Outdated or damaged fuseboards
- Frequent tripping or blown fuses
- Adding capacity for new electrical appliances
- Fire and shock prevention
- Flickering lights or humming noises
- Removal of asbestos flash guards
TRUST A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IN NORWICH
As a Part P Registered Electrician in Norwich, I’m fully qualified to carry out fuseboard upgrades in your home. This certification ensures all work complies with Building Regulations and is designed to protect you and your property from electrical risks such as fires and shocks.
If it's time for you to upgrade your fuseboard, contact me today.
