Fuseboard Safety – Why Modern Consumer Units Matter

Is Your Fuseboard Putting Your Home at Risk?

Your fuseboard (consumer unit) is the heart of your home’s electrical safety system. Older units often lack the essential protection modern homes need, especially under today’s electrical load.

Here are the main safety issues with old fuseboards:

1. No RCD/RCBO Protection

Without RCD or RCBO protection, electric shock risks are significantly higher.
Modern units protect you instantly if a fault occurs.

2. Increased Fire Risk

Old wooden or plastic fuseboards can overheat or fail.
18th Edition metal boards are fire-resistant and tested for safety.

3. Overloaded Circuits

Homes today use far more electrical devices. Old boards were never designed for modern demand.

4. Insurance Issues

Some insurers refuse claims if the electrical system isn’t up to current standards.

How We Make Your Home Safer

All JHD Electrical fuseboard upgrades include:
✔ Type 2 SPD
✔ Type A RCBOs on every circuit
✔ Full testing & NICEIC certification
✔ Up to 10 circuits included (extra circuits available)
✔ £15 Amazon gift card once booked
✔ 10% off when paid on completion

Take Action

If your fuseboard is old, damaged or outdated, upgrading could be one of the most important safety steps you take in your home.

Ready to upgrade? Call Jason on 07415 794602 or email info@jhdelectrical.co.uk for a fixed quote.