Electrical · Surrey

Cost of Consumer Unit (Fuse Box) Replacement in Camberley (2026)

A typical consumer unit (fuse box) replacement job in Camberley costs £505 at the budget end and £1,010 for a full-spec install, per unit. Outside peak season you'll usually get booked in within three to four weeks; summer runs tighter.

Typical cost in Camberley +12%
Low £505
Typical £758
High £1,010
Typical price per unit Last updated 22 April 2026
  • NICEIC Part P certified
  • NAPIT Building Regs notifications
  • TrustMark Government-endorsed
  • Part P 18th Edition compliant

About consumer unit (fuse box) replacement in Camberley

Camberley is a small town of around 38,000 in Surrey. The housing is mostly period cottages, Edwardian villas and 1930s semi-detached housing alongside newer commuter developments. That matters: older properties usually mean more pipework, rewiring and retrofit surprises, while newer builds in districts like GU15, GU16 tend to be quicker jobs with standardised fittings. Local trade prices sit a little above the UK average, which tracks with Surrey labour and material costs.

A lot of South East firms work both London and local jobs. Rates usually track London with a small discount, so you're rarely getting a bargain. Peak season runs May to September and good tradespeople can be three to four weeks out. Out of season is the time to price round.

Anything notifiable (new circuits, consumer unit swaps, bathroom zones, EV chargers) falls under Part P and has to go through an NICEIC, NAPIT or ECA registered electrician. Day rates run £200 in the regions up to about £400 in London. If your sparky can't give you a Building Control certificate at the end of a rewire or CU change, walk away.

Consumer Unit (Fuse Box) Replacement cost breakdown in Camberley

Basic £505 – £670

Standard 10-way dual-RCD board in a flat

Standard £670 – £895

16-way board with RCBOs and SPD in a 3-bed

Complex £895 – £1,455

Large board with multiple circuits, remedial work, meter tails upgrade

What affects the price of consumer unit (fuse box) replacement in Camberley?

  • Number of circuits
  • Whether SPD (surge protection) is added
  • Type A RCBOs for EV/solar compatibility
  • Metal vs dual-RCD board
  • Remedial work to bring circuits up to 18th Edition

Camberley vs the UK average

Camberley sits in the electrical market at a cost multiplier of 1.12× the UK national average. That puts Camberley consumer unit (fuse box) replacement prices at £505–£1,010 versus the UK average of £450–£900 per unit.

Camberley vs UK national average — per unit Camberley £505 £1,010 UK average £450 £900
Typical price range, per unit

Consumer Unit (Fuse Box) Replacement cost calculator — Camberley

Estimated cost in Camberley
£705 – £940
per unit

Estimate based on live 2025 UK trade pricing. Always get 3 written quotes before committing.

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What's typically included in a consumer unit (fuse box) replacement quote

  • Supply of new 18th Edition compliant board
  • Earth bonding check
  • Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC)
  • Building Regulations Part P notification
  • Individual circuit testing

Frequently asked questions

How much does consumer unit (fuse box) replacement cost in Camberley?

Budget £505 to £1,010 per unit for consumer unit (fuse box) replacement in Camberley. Prices here are around 12% more expensive than the UK average. What moves a quote inside that range is mostly electrical contractor day rates in Surrey and the specific material list for your job.

How long does consumer unit (fuse box) replacement take in Camberley?

A straightforward consumer unit (fuse box) replacement job in Camberley runs to 4–8 hours. You can lose days to things outside the contractor's control — parts on backorder, awkward access, or a firm slotting your job around existing bookings. Ask for a start date and expected finish up front.

What's included in the price of consumer unit (fuse box) replacement in Camberley?

A proper consumer unit (fuse box) replacement quote in Camberley should cover: Supply of new 18th Edition compliant board; Earth bonding check; Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC); Building Regulations Part P notification; Individual circuit testing. If any of those aren't itemised on your quote, push back and ask. A written guarantee with a clear warranty period is reasonable to expect on this kind of work.

Is consumer unit (fuse box) replacement cheaper in Camberley than the UK average?

Consumer Unit (Fuse Box) Replacement in Camberley runs around 12% more expensive than the UK average. The UK-wide benchmark for this job is £450 to £900 per unit; Camberley quotes tend to land between £505 and £1,010. Handy to know what the average actually looks like before you price round.

Do I need planning permission for consumer unit (fuse box) replacement in Camberley?

Most consumer unit (fuse box) replacement jobs don't need planning permission, but Building Regulations and any manufacturer or trade-body sign-off still apply. If the property sits in a conservation area or is listed, ring Surrey Council before you book anything in. It's a free call and saves a world of grief later.