Fuse box replacement in Braunton
Prices Illustrative
Range £490–£820 · Devon avg £580
Fuse box replacement in Braunton typically costs £635, with most jobs between £490 and £820, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 8 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
PD Electrical
Fuse box replacement across Braunton and EX33. Fixed price after a free survey.
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Fuse box replacement in Braunton: key facts
- Typical price £635
- Range £490–£820
- 4–6 hrs on site
- Next slot: 8 days
- 5 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Braunton
Prices Illustrative- Fuse box replacement
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saunton | EX33 2 | 2.0 mi |
| Wrafton | EX33 8 | 0.7 mi |
| Knowle | EX33 7 | 1.3 mi |
| Heanton Punchardon | EX31 5 | 1.1 mi |
What Braunton customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for fuse box replacement within 10 miles of Braunton, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Braunton compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braunton | £635 | £490–£820 | 8 days |
| Woolacombe | £585 | £455–£755 | 9 days |
| Barnstaple | £585 | £455–£760 | 2 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.
Braunton local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | North Devon Council handles building control for Braunton. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Older stone and render, many holiday lets. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Coastal: salt air shortens the life of outdoor fittings, so IP65+ is advised. | 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 Braunton customers say
11 reviews“Turned up when they said, fuse box replacement done and tested in 4–6 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Church Lane, Braunton · Sep 2026
How much does fuse box replacement cost in Braunton?
Fuse box replacement in Braunton typically costs £635, with most jobs between £490 and £820, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 8 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does fuse box replacement take in Braunton?
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 Braunton?
The next available slot near EX33 is in 8 days. 5 electricians cover Braunton.
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 Braunton homes (older stone and render, many holiday lets) still have boards from the 1980s or older. An electrician can test it first and tell you honestly.
Who looks after the cable into my house in Braunton?
National Grid (South West) owns the supply cable, the main fuse and the cutout in EX33. 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.
Do I need a full rewire in Braunton, or just a new fuse box?
Get an EICR first, around £190. It tests the cables themselves, so you'll know whether the old wiring is sound enough for a new board (about £580) or whether a rewire (about £5,200) is really needed. Plenty of Braunton homes only need the board.
Water got into my sockets in Braunton. Is it safe to switch back on?
No, not until it's tested. Leave the main switch off and call an electrician. Wet sockets and cables can look fine and still leak current. Insurers usually want a written test result, so ask for an EICR or a written inspection afterwards.
Do you cover the villages round Braunton, like Saunton and Wrafton?
We do. The fuse box replacement prices on this page already include jobs in Saunton, Wrafton, Knowle, Heanton Punchardon. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Braunton work, so the next slot (in 8 days) normally applies to you too.
How much is a new consumer unit in Braunton?
Typically £635 fitted, tested and certified. A straight swap starts around £490. A full RCBO board, or one that needs earthing or bonding fixed, pushes it towards £820. Faults found on testing are the usual reason a price goes up, so ask how they handle that.
How do Braunton prices for fuse box replacement compare with Woolacombe?
Braunton typically comes in at £635 and Woolacombe at £585, 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.
Which areas near Braunton do you cover for fuse box replacement?
We list electricians working across Braunton and nearby spots like Saunton and Wrafton, covering EX33. Homes here are mostly older village houses, bungalows and holiday lets. A typical job costs £635 on our illustrative local prices.
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.
Does sea air in Braunton damage meter boxes and outside kit?
It does, faster than inland. In Braunton we see rusted meter-box hinges, green terminals and outdoor sockets that trip the RCD after storms. For anything fitted outside, ask for IP65 or better and stainless or plastic fixings. It adds little to the £635 typical price.
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 North Devon Council.
- Woolacombe4.8 mi · £585
- Barnstaple4.9 mi · £585
- Northam & Appledore5.3 mi · £625
- Bideford6.6 mi · £570
- Ilfracombe7.1 mi · £610
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £165
- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £100
- Full rewirefrom £4,150
- EV charger installationfrom £930
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.