Fuse box replacement in Ashburton
Prices Illustrative
Range £480–£800 · Devon avg £580
Fuse box replacement in Ashburton typically costs £620, with most jobs between £480 and £800, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 3 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
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Fuse box replacement across Ashburton and TQ13. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent fuse box replacement jobs near Ashburton
Fuse box replacement for a terraced house, tested and certified same visit.
Oct 2026
Fuse box replacement in a 1970s bungalow, including minor remedial work.
Aug 2026
Fuse box replacement for a rented flat, landlord met on site.
Jun 2026
Fuse box replacement in Ashburton: key facts
- Typical price £620
- Range £480–£800
- 4–6 hrs on site
- Next slot: 3 days
- 3 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Ashburton
Prices Illustrative- Fuse box replacement
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Widecombe-in-the-Moor | TQ13 2 | 4.9 mi |
| Poundsgate | TQ13 7 | 3.4 mi |
| Bickington | TQ12 9 | 2.9 mi |
| Holne | TQ13 6 | 3.2 mi |
What Ashburton customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for fuse box replacement within 10 miles of Ashburton, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Ashburton compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashburton | £620 | £480–£800 | 3 days |
| Buckfastleigh | £625 | £485–£810 | 7 days |
| Bovey Tracey | £575 | £445–£745 | 9 days |
| Devon average | £580 | £450–£750 | 4 days |
| UK average | £660 | £495–£900 | 6 days |
What happens on the day
- 08:00Arrive
Quick survey and confirm the fixed price.
- 08:15Isolate
Power off at the main switch; fridge and alarms noted.
- 08:30Work
Fuse box replacement carried out.
- 12:00Test
Insulation, earth and RCD tests to BS 7671.
- 12:45Power on
Circuits re-energised and labelled.
- 13:00Paperwork
Certificate emailed the same day.
Ashburton local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | Teignbridge District Council handles building control for Ashburton. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Market-town terraces and 1960s–90s estates. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Inland: standard outdoor fittings are usually fine. | Met Office |
| Regulations | Fuse box, rewire and new circuits are notifiable under Part P. | GOV.UK |
Power cut or fuse box?
- Check if neighbours or street lights are off too.
- Look at your fuse box: is a switch or RCD down?
- Unplug everything, then try resetting the switch once.
- If it trips again or the street is dark, don't keep resetting.
What Ashburton customers say
36 reviews“Turned up when they said, fuse box replacement done and tested in 4–6 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Chapel Street, Ashburton · Sep 2026
How much does fuse box replacement cost in Ashburton?
Fuse box replacement in Ashburton typically costs £620, with most jobs between £480 and £800, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 3 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does fuse box replacement take in Ashburton?
Usually 4–6 hrs on site. Your power is off for most of that time, so plan around fridges and alarms.
How soon can an electrician come out in Ashburton?
The next available slot near TQ13 is in 3 days. 3 electricians cover Ashburton.
Do I need to replace my old fuse box?
Not always. If it still has rewireable fuses (the wire-in-a-carrier type), no RCD protection, or a plastic casing under a staircase, it's worth upgrading. A lot of Ashburton homes (market-town terraces and 1960s–90s estates) still have boards from the 1980s or older. An electrician can test it first and tell you honestly.
How much is a new consumer unit in Ashburton?
Typically £620 fitted, tested and certified. A straight swap starts around £480. A full RCBO board, or one that needs earthing or bonding fixed, pushes it towards £800. Faults found on testing are the usual reason a price goes up, so ask how they handle that.
Will an electrician come out to Widecombe-in-the-Moor and Poundsgate from Ashburton?
Yes. Widecombe-in-the-Moor, Poundsgate, Bickington, Holne all sit inside the usual Ashburton patch, so most firms quote the same £620 typical price with no extra travel. Right out on the edges, a few add £20 to £30, so ask when you book.
Will I be without power all day?
You'll be off for most of the 4–6 hrs on site. Run the dishwasher the night before, keep the freezer shut and charge your phone. The electrician should have you back on by late afternoon.
Why is fuse box replacement dearer in old stone houses in Ashburton?
Thick walls, uneven floors and old lath ceilings take longer to work around, and there's often no space behind the plaster. Expect the top of the £480–£800 range in Ashburton's older streets, and ask for a fixed price after a proper look.
Is fuse box replacement cheaper in Ashburton or Buckfastleigh?
Right now Ashburton's typical price is £620, against £625 in Buckfastleigh and a Devon average of £580. Most firms cover both, so get quotes from either side. Travel adds a little for outlying villages, but rarely more than £20 to £30.
Do electricians charge more to come out on the moor near Ashburton?
A little, sometimes. Ashburton is inside Dartmoor National Park, and homes up on the moor can be a long drive with poor phone signal. Most firms add £20 to £40 for remote spots. In town, the £620 typical price stands.
What's different about electrics in farmhouses near Ashburton?
Overhead supplies out in the country around Ashburton often have their own earth rod (a TT system), so RCD protection and rod tests matter more. Old outbuildings, long cable runs and damp barns are the other usual issues. Allow a bit longer, and budget nearer £800 for big properties.
One electrician in Ashburton says rewire, another says new board. Who's right?
Ask both for test results, not opinions. An EICR shows insulation readings and earthing for each circuit, which settles it. If the readings are good, a new board at around £580 is fine. If they're poor or the cable is rubber-covered, budget for a rewire nearer £5,200.
Does Ashburton's conservation area affect fuse box replacement?
Mostly for things you can see from the street. Inside the house, normal electrical work is fine. Chargers, panels, satellite kit or lights on a front wall may need planning in Ashburton's conservation area. Teignbridge District Council has the map online.
Do I need a certificate for fuse box replacement?
Yes. Most of this work is notifiable under Part P, so you should get a certificate and building-control notice for Teignbridge District Council.
- Buckfastleigh2.6 mi · £625
- Bovey Tracey6.3 mi · £575
- Newton Abbot6.5 mi · £550
- Totnes6.6 mi · £570
- Kingsteignton7.3 mi · £630
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £160
- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £95
- Full rewirefrom £4,050
- EV charger installationfrom £905
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.