Fuseboard Upgrades in Norwhich

Your fuse board (also called a consumer unit) is the heart of your home’s electrical system. It protects your circuits, your appliances — and most importantly — you and your family.

But here’s the truth: many homes in Norwich and Sprowston are still running on old fuse boxes, often with outdated MCBs or even wire fuses. If that sounds familiar, summer is the perfect time to upgrade before you start projects like a kitchen renovation, garden room, or EV charger install.

What Is a Fuse Board Upgrade?

A modern upgrade means replacing your old fuse box with a fully compliant 18th Edition consumer unit. These units offer:

• RCBOs (Residual Current Breakers with Overcurrent protection)
• Main switch isolation
• SPD (Surge Protection Device) for lightning or power surges
• A clean, safe enclosure with easy-to-read labels and clear inspection points

It’s like going from an old Nokia to a new iPhone — safer, smarter, and built for the future.

How Do I Know If Mine’s Outdated?

Here are some tell-tale signs your fuse board may need upgrading:

• It has wire fuses you manually replace with fuse wire
• There’s no RCD protection
• It’s made of plastic, and may feel warm or buzz under load
• Your circuits trip frequently
• The unit looks overcrowded or disorganised
• There’s no labelling to show what’s what
• You can smell a faint burning or hear buzzing

What Are the Benefits?

Upgrading your fuse board means:

• Increased safety – RCBOs isolate faults to a single circuit
• Surge protection for TVs, routers, fridges and more
• Full compliance with the latest regulations
• Fewer issues with home insurance or claims
• Clearer layout, easier resets, and tidy labelling

It’s not just about compliance — it’s peace of mind.

What’s Involved?

We’ll start with a quick assessment of your current setup. Then we’ll install your new board, label all circuits, and test everything fully — usually in half a day. Every job includes:

• Full testing and commissioning
• NAPIT certification
• Optional RCBO and SPD upgrades
• Clear advice with no upselling or technical waffle

Real Example: Fuse Box Upgrade in Sprowston

Last month we helped a retired couple in Sprowston who were about to convert their garage into a home office. Their old fuse box still had wire fuses and no surge protection. We installed a modern RCBO board with an SPD and labelled each circuit clearly. They now have the protection they need — and they said it’s “the best decision they’ve made in years.”

This is typical of many Sprowston homes — especially ones that haven’t had any updates since the early 2000s.

What Does It Cost?

We keep our pricing transparent and straightforward. Every quote includes:

• Labour
• All parts (including board, breakers, and SPD)
• Full testing and certification

📍 Local to Norwich & Sprowston – and Proud of It

At Norfolk Current, we focus purely on Norwich and Sprowston. That means fast response times, proper local service, and someone who knows the common issues in your type of property — not a company covering the whole of Norfolk.

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