Signs you need a fuseboard upgrade: Advice from your local electrician in Upminster.

Warning signs of an imminent fuseboard upgrade at your home in Upminster might include physical damage to the outer unit such as melted plastic or scorch marks. Or you may be experiencing tripping electrics, flickering lights or buzzing sounds from the board. You may also need to consider a fuseboard upgrade if the existing one is outdated and lacking modern safety features such as RCD protection. 

As your local electrician in Upminster, EMF Wiring Solutions carry out visual and electrical tests to confirm whether a fuseboard upgrade is required, in which case a straightforward upgrade costs between £700 - £1450. Here at EMF Wiring Solutions, we have the skills and experience to safely upgrade fuseboards and do so in line with Building Regulations. 

What should I look for if I'm worried about the fuseboard?

Frequent tripping of breakers or burning smells coming from the fuseboard usually indicate an issue which needs investigation. Another warning sign is buzzing which was noticed by homeowners at Laburnham Gardens in Upminster at their semi detached property, particularly when the electric shower was used in the evenings. Through further investigation, we found that too much power was being drawn simultaneously as the family were also using the oven at the same time. In our experience, high demand appliances like electric showers and ovens require spare ways which isn't always possible with outdated fuseboards. To prevent an escalation of more hazardous issues like overheating or plastic melting which is a major fire risk we recommended a fuseboard upgrade.

What’s involved in a fuseboard upgrade in Upminster?

During an upgrade, we check all existing circuits to make sure they are compliant as well as checking the main earth cable, gas and water pipe bonding meet standards. Next it's physically removing the old and mounting the new unit. To confirm work conducted by a competent professional and inline with industry standards, we issue an EIC or Electrical Installation Certificate. When we upgrade the existing unit to a modern, compliant consumer unit, the team is thorough and meticulous as an upgrade is considered major work under Part P of the building Regulations. As EMF Wiring Solutions are NICEIC approved, we can self certify and sign off on the upgrade.

Why upgrade the fuseboard at my Upminster home?

A modern fuseboard or consumer unit includes a range of safety features such as RCD protection which cuts off the supply of current if a fault is detected, preventing electric shocks. MCB’s protect individual circuits at your home so you avoid costly repair work and property damage during an overload. Like the homeowners at Laburnham Gardens in Upminster, you will find that high demand appliances like an EV charger, electric shower or electric cooker can be used at the same time when you have a modern consumer unit. This way you have the convenience of using appliances at busy times like dinner time in the evenings.

Why call EMF Wiring Solutions for a fuseboard upgrade?

We understand how daunting any major home renovations or upgrades can be, that's why we make sure we explain all stages of a fuseboard upgrade to our clients and the thorough electrical tests we perform once completed. As NICEIC registered electricians, electrical safety is of the utmost importance to the work we do, you can be certain that all wiring and installations comply with BS 7671 Wiring Regulations.

Call EMF Wiring Solutions on 01708 909 066 to discuss your fuseboard upgrade in Upminster.