Fuse box replacement in Axminster
Prices Illustrative
Range £430–£720 · Devon avg £580
Fuse box replacement in Axminster typically costs £555, with most jobs between £430 and £720, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 9 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
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Fuse box replacement across Axminster and EX13. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent fuse box replacement jobs near Axminster
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 Axminster: key facts
- Typical price £555
- Range £430–£720
- 4–6 hrs on site
- Next slot: 9 days
- 5 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Axminster
Prices Illustrative- Fuse box replacement
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kilmington | EX13 9 | 1.8 mi |
| Musbury | EX13 8 | 2.8 mi |
| Chardstock | EX13 5 | 3.7 mi |
| Hawkchurch | EX13 2 | 3.0 mi |
What Axminster customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for fuse box replacement within 10 miles of Axminster, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Axminster compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axminster | £555 | £430–£720 | 9 days |
| Seaton | £640 | £500–£830 | Tomorrow |
| Honiton | £570 | £440–£735 | 5 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.
Axminster local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | East Devon District Council handles building control for Axminster. | 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 Axminster customers say
16 reviews“Turned up when they said, fuse box replacement done and tested in 4–6 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, High Street, Axminster · Sep 2026
How much does fuse box replacement cost in Axminster?
Fuse box replacement in Axminster typically costs £555, with most jobs between £430 and £720, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 9 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does fuse box replacement take in Axminster?
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 Axminster?
The next available slot near EX13 is in 9 days. 5 electricians cover Axminster.
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 Axminster 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.
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.
How do Axminster prices for fuse box replacement compare with Seaton?
Axminster typically comes in at £555 and Seaton at £640, with Devon as a whole around £580. The gap is mostly down to property type and travel, so a quote from a firm in either town is worth having.
How much is a new consumer unit in Axminster?
Typically £555 fitted, tested and certified. A straight swap starts around £430. A full RCBO board, or one that needs earthing or bonding fixed, pushes it towards £720. Faults found on testing are the usual reason a price goes up, so ask how they handle that.
The whole street's lost power in Axminster. Who do I ring?
Call 105, free from any phone. That goes to National Grid (South West), who look after the lines in EX13. It isn't an electrician's job if the neighbours are off too. If only your house is off, check the fuse box first, then call an electrician.
What's different about electrics in farmhouses near Axminster?
Overhead supplies out in the country around Axminster 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 £720 for big properties.
Which areas near Axminster do you cover for fuse box replacement?
We list electricians working across Axminster and nearby spots like Kilmington and Musbury, covering EX13. Homes here are mostly older town-centre stone and cob houses with newer estates around. A typical job costs £555 on our illustrative local prices.
Who looks after the cable into my house in Axminster?
National Grid (South West) owns the supply cable, the main fuse and the cutout in EX13. Your electrician can't touch those. If the cutout is cracked, scorched or old, they'll report it, and National Grid (South West) usually replaces it free.
Who signs off fuse box replacement work in Axminster?
Your electrician, if they're on a scheme like NICEIC. They test the work, issue an Electrical Installation Certificate and notify East Devon District Council building control. Hiring someone who isn't registered means paying the council to inspect it, which costs far more.
Do you cover the villages round Axminster, like Kilmington and Musbury?
We do. The fuse box replacement prices on this page already include jobs in Kilmington, Musbury, Chardstock, Hawkchurch. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Axminster work, so the next slot (in 9 days) normally applies to you too.
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- Honiton8.4 mi · £570
- Ottery St Mary12.5 mi · £605
- Sidmouth12.7 mi · £580
- Budleigh Salterton17.6 mi · £620
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- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £85
- Full rewirefrom £3,650
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- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.