13/06/2026
⚡️Let's talk consumer units- commonly known as fuse boards⚡️
We found this beauty whilst carrying out other works on this domestic property on a 1970s estate in the heart of county durham.
One of the main issues with this installation is the complete lack of RCD protection, also the condition of the board was showing signs of heavy tarnishing, loose fuse carriers and a floating neutral bar amongst other issues.
After consulting with the customer it was agreed that a EICR was to be carried out, to ensure the existing wiring was in a healthy condition to allow a new consumer unit to be installed.
With testing carried out and the condition being healthy, a new consumer unit was fitted with:
✅️ Type A RCBOs
✅️ Type 2 surge protection device
✅️ 25mm tails incoming tails
✅️ 16mm earth
✅️ 10mm water and gas earth bonds
✅️ Fully tested with Electrical installation certificate and part P building control notification
If you live in the Newton Hall or Belmont area and think you might be due an upgrade?
Call or message D.A Services Durham LTD