Our Services
Fuse Box Installation (S/F)
Professional installation of new consumer units and fuse boxes with safe wiring checks and full system testing.
Electrical Fault Diagnosis
Accurate detection of electrical faults, tripping issues and consumer unit failures to identify the root cause quickly.
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Why Choose Us?
Reliable, professional workmanship — from booking to completion.
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What We Can Help You With
Professional consumer unit services for safety, compliance and reliability.
Installation
Safe and compliant installation of new consumer units with complete wiring checks.
Uninstallation
Removal of old fuse boxes or damaged consumer units without disrupting circuits.
Replacement
Full replacement of outdated or unsafe consumer units for improved protection.
Upgrade
Upgrading old fuse boards to modern RCD/RCBO consumer units for enhanced safety.
Testing
Complete safety testing, including RCD/RCBO response checks and load evaluation.
Diagnostic
Detailed investigation of electrical faults, nuisance tripping, and overload problems.
Fault-Finding
Targeted fault detection to identify wiring failures, damaged circuits, or faulty breakers.
Disposal
Safe and compliant disposal of old fuse boxes and electrical components.
Consumer Unit & Fuse Box Installation Services in Southampton
Handyman Southampton provides professional consumer unit and fuse box installation, replacement and upgrade services for homes, landlords and small businesses. A modern consumer unit helps reduce electrical risks, protects circuits and improves overall electrical safety.
Consumer Unit & Fuse Box Services
We install modern RCD and RCBO consumer units, replace damaged fuse boards and upgrade outdated electrical systems to provide better protection for your property.
- Consumer unit installation and upgrades
- Fuse box replacement and rewiring
- RCD and RCBO protection systems
- Electrical safety improvements
- Removal and disposal of old fuse boards
Electrical Testing & Fault Finding
Our electricians also provide electrical testing, diagnostics and fault-finding for issues such as frequent circuit tripping, burning smells, overloaded circuits or unexplained power outages.
We aim to identify problems quickly and provide safe, practical and cost-effective solutions to restore reliable power to your property.
Consumer Unit Service Areas
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Consumer Unit Installation: from £250
Electrical Diagnostics: from £150
Additional electrical work: from £60 per hour
Trusted Local Electrical Service
Whether you need a fuse box replacement, a consumer unit upgrade or electrical diagnostics, Handyman Southampton delivers reliable workmanship, clear communication and professional electrical solutions across the Southampton area.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Improves electrical safety and circuit protection
- Reduces risk of fire from overloaded or faulty circuits
- Helps address frequent tripping and nuisance power cuts
- Modern units offer better fault detection and isolation
Cons
- Initial installation cost can be higher for complex properties
- Power must be turned off during installation and testing
- Older wiring may require extra remedial work in some cases
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequent tripping, burning smells, old-style fuse wires, visible damage or a lack of modern protection are common signs your fuse box may need replacing or upgrading.
Most installations take around 2–4 hours depending on the property size, wiring condition and the amount of electrical testing required.
Modern consumer units typically include RCD or RCBO protection which helps reduce electrical risks and provides better protection compared to older fuse boards.
Yes. Power must be switched off while the old consumer unit is removed, the new unit is installed and safety testing is carried out. We aim to keep downtime as short as possible.
Yes. We provide details of the work carried out and the electrical testing completed so you have a clear record for your own files, landlords or future reference.
Yes. We offer electrical diagnostics and fault-finding services to identify the cause of tripping and advise on repairs, load balancing or fuse board upgrades.