Consumer unit upgrades

What does the consumer unit do?

Consumer units, also known as fuse boxes or fuse boards diverts electricity coming into your home from the national grid. Electricity is safely diverted throughout all the different circuits in your home so that you have electricity at the flick of a switch.

Mini Circuit Breakers or MCBs are included in consumer units so that individual circuits are protected in the event of an overload. MCBs are highly sensitive to changes in current, either from a short circuit or sudden surge. If an event like this does take place, MCB’s “trip” to cut off the power in an attempt to keep you safe.

Why consider consumer unit upgrades?

By carrying out a consumer unit upgrade, the ultimate benefit you’ll gain is the additional safety at your home in Sawbridgeworth. Modern consumer units include devices such as RCDs or Residual Current Devices. RCDs prevent injury caused by electric shocks if a fault is detected.

During a power surge, the last thing you want is for the electrical appliances in your home to be damaged. SPDS or Surge Protection Devices detect the slightest changes to power, acting quickly to divert high voltage to the ground.

If you decide to move house in the future, consumer unit upgrades could add value to your property. Potential buyers want the confidence that the electrical installation and key features such as the consumer unit are modern and compliant with regulations.

Who can carry out consumer unit upgrades?

Consumer unit upgrades don't have to be a stressful process at all, they do however need to be carried out by a qualified electrician. For example, EJB Electrical are experienced electricians who are kept up to date with necessary training and changes to regulations. You can have the peace of mind knowing the main distribution hub for electricity at your home in Sawbridgeworth is safe, meeting regulatory compliance.

An EIC or electrical installation certificate will be issued to demonstrate professional installation when working with us. The EIC will confirm that all necessary wiring and connections to circuits have been correctly tested to ensure safety standards have been met.

Benefits of working with EJB Electrical

EJB Electrical & Smart Home Solutions are NICEIC approved electricians. We adhere to industry regulations set out in BS7671. All wiring, cabling and physical installation are completed to current safety standards. As your local electricians in Sawbridgeworth, we take great pride in providing local residents with excellent craftsmanship and a professional service.

Regardless of the project you need carried out, EJB Electrical takes on electrical jobs of all sizes. We provide a range of electrical services from rewiring, EICR inspections to smart home installations.

If you’re ready to carry out consumer unit upgrades in Sawbridgeworth. Call EJB Electrical to schedule an appointment.