--- title: "Consumer unit replacement in Canford Heath | 4.9 Star · NAPIT" description: "Fuse board replacement on Canford Heath East, BH17. Landlords receive the certificate from MX2 Electrical, with notifiable work notified through NAPIT." canonical: "https://mx2-electrical-ltd.co.uk/electrician-canford-heath/fuse-board-replacement" --- # Consumer unit replacement in Canford Heath > Fuse board replacement on Canford Heath East, BH17. Landlords receive the certificate from MX2 Electrical, with notifiable work notified through NAPIT. After fuse board replacement on Canford Heath, MX2 Electrical leaves the certificate where the work needs one and notifies notifiable work through NAPIT for landlords in BH17. ## Consumer unit replacement pricing We provide upfront clarity on the cost of changing your fuse board. The exact rate depends on the size of your property and the existing electrical setup. - Consumer unit replacement: from £500 - The price covers safe supply isolation, removal of the old box, supply and installation of the new enclosure, full circuit testing, and NAPIT notification. - The overall cost varies based on the total number of circuits, whether single-phase or three-phase equipment is required, and any necessary upgrades to meter tails or bonding conductors. ## Consumer unit replacement across Canford Heath We serve Canford Heath from our base in Poole. - Canford Heath East - Canford Heath West - Adastral Road - BH17 ## What happens on the day A fuse board exchange involves scheduled power isolation, physical replacement of the enclosure, and full electrical verification before circuits are re-energised. We complete every step systematically to keep disruption contained. ### Supply isolation and circuit tracing The incoming mains power is safely turned off at the meter. We verify the conductors are dead using calibrated instruments, photograph the initial layout, and trace each circuit cable so it connects to the correct protective device. ### Mounting the enclosure and landing conductors The previous fuse box is taken down and the new metal enclosure is secured to the wall or cupboard frame. Incoming tails and earthing conductors are landed, followed by neat termination of all lighting, power, and appliance circuits onto their respective breakers. ### Systematic testing and energisation Before switching circuits back on, we test circuit continuity, insulation resistance, and earth loop impedance. Power is restored, and each residual current device is tested under simulated fault conditions to confirm trip speeds meet regulatory thresholds. ### Circuit labelling and final handover Every switch on the new board is clearly marked with its corresponding circuit designation, from kitchen sockets to immersion heaters. We walk you through the controls, explain how to reset a tripped breaker, and leave the workspace tidy. ## Frequently asked questions ### How long will the electricity be turned off during the upgrade? For most domestic properties, the power remains turned off for a few hours while the incoming supply is isolated and the enclosure is swapped. We reconnect and test each circuit systematically so the installation is safely re-energised without undue delay. ### Do I have to change my fuse board if it still has wire fuses? While old rewirable boards can continue to function, they lack the modern residual current protection that quickly disconnects dangerous electrical faults. Upgrading to a modern consumer unit is recommended if you are renovating, adding high-load appliances, or letting the property. ### Will the new consumer unit fit in my existing meter cupboard? Modern metal-clad consumer units have different dimensions than vintage fuse boxes. In most Canford Heath homes they fit within the existing cupboard space, though we check clearances and access around your meter before mounting the unit. ### What documentation will I receive once the board is replaced? Because a consumer unit change is notifiable under building regulations, MX2 Electrical issues a full Electrical Installation Certificate and registers the work through NAPIT. This documentation demonstrates compliance for insurers, buyers, and tenants. ### Can extra circuits be added to the new board in the future? Yes. When specifying your new consumer unit, we select an enclosure with spare ways wherever space allows. This provides room for future additions such as solar panels, an EV charger, or a garden studio. ## Other services in Canford Heath - [Electrician in Canford Heath](https://mx2-electrical-ltd.co.uk/electrician-canford-heath): Electrical repairs, inspections and planned installation work across Canford Heath East, Canford Heath West and BH17. - [Consumer unit replacement (all areas)](https://mx2-electrical-ltd.co.uk/services/fuse-board-replacement): MX2 Electrical replaces fuse boards and consumer units around Poole and Bournemouth. 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