domestic electrical
Fuse Board Upgrades in Carlow
Your fuse board (consumer unit) is the heart of your home's electrical system — and an old one can be a real safety risk. We replace outdated and unsafe boards with modern consumer units that protect every circuit, across Carlow and the surrounding area. It's a quick, affordable upgrade that makes your whole home safer.
What we do
- Replace old fuse boards with a modern consumer unit
- RCD / RCBO protection on every circuit
- Full safety inspection before and after
- Clear labelling of all circuits
- Full certification on completion
Signs your board needs upgrading
If you recognise any of these, it's worth getting your board looked at:
- Old-style rewireable fuses instead of modern breakers
- No RCD protection (the safety switch that prevents shocks)
- The board trips often, or won't reset
- Scorch marks, buzzing or a warm smell at the board
- Your board is simply old, or you've never had it checked
Upgrading your fuse board is one of the most cost-effective safety improvements you can make. If yours still has old rewireable fuses or no safety switch, a modern consumer unit is well worth the investment — and we’ll certify the whole job so you’ve got documented peace of mind.
Frequently asked questions
Why should I upgrade my fuse board?
A modern consumer unit adds RCD/RCBO protection that older boards lack, dramatically reducing the risk of electric shock and electrical fire. It also makes faults easier to isolate and brings your home up to current safety standards.
How long does it take?
A straightforward consumer unit replacement is usually completed within a day. We'll confirm the timing when we quote.
Will the power be off long?
Your power is only off for the part of the day we're swapping the board over. We plan the work to keep disruption to a minimum and let you know what to expect.
Do I get a cert?
Yes — we provide full certification on completion, which is important for safety, insurance and selling your home.
Get a free quote for fuse board upgrades today.
We'll get back to you the same working day. No call-out charge for quotes.