Fuse box replacement in Chudleigh
Prices Illustrative
Range £470–£780 · Devon avg £580
Fuse box replacement in Chudleigh typically costs £605, with most jobs between £470 and £780, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 4 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
PD Electrical
Fuse box replacement across Chudleigh and TQ13. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent fuse box replacement jobs near Chudleigh
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 Chudleigh: key facts
- Typical price £605
- Range £470–£780
- 4–6 hrs on site
- Next slot: 4 days
- 3 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Chudleigh
Prices IllustrativeWhat Chudleigh customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for fuse box replacement within 10 miles of Chudleigh, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Chudleigh compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chudleigh | £605 | £470–£780 | 4 days |
| Bovey Tracey | £575 | £445–£745 | 9 days |
| Kingsteignton | £630 | £490–£815 | 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.
Chudleigh local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | Teignbridge District Council handles building control for Chudleigh. | 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 Chudleigh customers say
15 reviews“Turned up when they said, fuse box replacement done and tested in 4–6 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Church Lane, Chudleigh · Sep 2026
How much does fuse box replacement cost in Chudleigh?
Fuse box replacement in Chudleigh typically costs £605, with most jobs between £470 and £780, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 4 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does fuse box replacement take in Chudleigh?
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 Chudleigh?
The next available slot near TQ13 is in 4 days. 3 electricians cover Chudleigh.
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 Chudleigh 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.
Do I need consent for fuse box replacement in a listed building in Chudleigh?
If the work changes the building's character, yes, you need listed building consent from Teignbridge District Council. New cable routes through old plaster, visible kit on the front and roof panels are the usual triggers. Like-for-like repairs usually don't. Ask the conservation officer first; it's free.
How do Chudleigh prices for fuse box replacement compare with Bovey Tracey?
Chudleigh typically comes in at £605 and Bovey Tracey at £575, 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.
Who signs off fuse box replacement work in Chudleigh?
Your electrician, if they're on a scheme like NICEIC. They test the work, issue an Electrical Installation Certificate and notify Teignbridge District Council building control. Hiring someone who isn't registered means paying the council to inspect it, which costs far more.
How much is a new consumer unit in Chudleigh?
Typically £605 fitted, tested and certified. A straight swap starts around £470. A full RCBO board, or one that needs earthing or bonding fixed, pushes it towards £780. Faults found on testing are the usual reason a price goes up, so ask how they handle that.
Can I swap old storage heaters and the Economy 7 box in Chudleigh?
Yes. Many Chudleigh homes still have two boards, one for off-peak heaters. An electrician can merge them into one modern board and wire panel heaters or new storage heaters. It counts as notifiable work, so use a registered firm and get the certificate. Typical cost here is £605.
What's different about electrics in farmhouses near Chudleigh?
Overhead supplies out in the country around Chudleigh 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 £780 for big properties.
Do you cover the villages round Chudleigh, like Ashcombe and Chudleigh Knighton?
We do. The fuse box replacement prices on this page already include jobs in Ashcombe, Chudleigh Knighton, Trusham, Christow, Ideford, Kennford. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Chudleigh work, so the next slot (in 4 days) normally applies to you too.
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.
Can you run new cables in thick stone walls in Chudleigh?
Yes, but it's slower. Chasing granite or rubble stone is hard work, so electricians in Chudleigh often go under floors, through lofts or use neat surface trunking. That's partly why older stone homes sit nearer £780 than £470. Ask which method they'll use.
Who do I call in a power cut in Chudleigh?
National Grid (South West) runs the network here. If the whole street is dark, call 105, it's free and they'll give you a time. If it's only your house, check your trip switches first, then call an electrician.
- Bovey Tracey3.4 mi · £575
- Kingsteignton3.9 mi · £630
- Newton Abbot5.2 mi · £550
- Teignmouth6.1 mi · £560
- Dawlish6.1 mi · £550
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £155
- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £95
- Full rewirefrom £3,955
- EV charger installationfrom £885
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.