Your fuse board (also known as a consumer unit) is the heart of your home’s electrical system. If it’s outdated or faulty, it can put your property at serious risk.
At Hippo Heating and Electric Services, we help homeowners and landlords across London stay safe and legally compliant with fuse board upgrades that meet the latest UK electrical regulations (BS 7671).
1. Your Fuse Board Has Replaceable Wire Fuses
Old fuse boxes with wire fuses are no longer considered safe or compliant.
Modern consumer units use miniature circuit breakers (MCBs) and residual current devices (RCDs) to provide faster, safer protection.
2. No RCD Protection
If your consumer unit doesn’t have RCDs, it can’t detect dangerous faults like earth leakage.
RCDs are essential in preventing electric shocks and are a requirement under current regulations.
3. Burn Marks or a Burning Smell
Any visible damage, scorch marks, or signs of overheating around the fuse board is a major red flag.
These signs mean your unit may be overloaded or failing — and could be a fire hazard.
4. Frequent Tripping
If your electrics trip frequently, the consumer unit might be unable to handle your home’s current load, especially if you’ve added new appliances or circuits.
5. You’re Planning a Renovation or Extension
If you’re adding new circuits, lighting, or appliances, you may need a modern consumer unit that can handle increased demand safely and legally.
6. It Doesn’t Meet Current BS 7671 Standards
Electrical regulations have changed significantly in recent years.
If your fuse board hasn’t been inspected in the last 10 years, it’s time for a professional evaluation.
Why Upgrade?
A new fuse board:
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Improves safety
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Increases energy efficiency
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Reduces fire risk
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Ensures compliance with UK law
For landlords, it’s also a key part of meeting your EICR obligations.
Why Choose Hippo Heating and Electric Services?
We offer:
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✅ NICEIC-certified fuse board upgrades
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✅ Full EICR and electrical safety checks
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✅ Same-week appointments across London
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✅ Honest pricing with no hidden charges
✅ Upgrade Today for a Safer Tomorrow
An outdated fuse board isn’t just inconvenient — it’s dangerous.
Let our expert electricians help you protect your home and family.
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