Fuse box replacement in Ilfracombe
Prices Illustrative
Range £475–£790 · Devon avg £580
Fuse box replacement in Ilfracombe typically costs £610, with most jobs between £475 and £790, 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 Ilfracombe and EX34. Fixed price after a free survey.
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Fuse box replacement in Ilfracombe: key facts
- Typical price £610
- Range £475–£790
- 4–6 hrs on site
- Next slot: 3 days
- 9 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Ilfracombe
Prices Illustrative- Fuse box replacement
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| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lee | EX34 5 | 2.3 mi |
| Hele | EX34 1 | 1.0 mi |
| West Down | EX34 6 | 3.5 mi |
| Mullacott Cross | EX34 2 | 2.1 mi |
What Ilfracombe customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for fuse box replacement within 10 miles of Ilfracombe, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Ilfracombe compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilfracombe | £610 | £475–£790 | 3 days |
| Combe Martin | £580 | £450–£755 | 10 days |
| Woolacombe | £585 | £455–£755 | 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.
Ilfracombe local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | North Devon Council handles building control for Ilfracombe. | 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 Ilfracombe customers say
11 reviews“Turned up when they said, fuse box replacement done and tested in 4–6 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, High Street, Ilfracombe · Sep 2026
How much does fuse box replacement cost in Ilfracombe?
Fuse box replacement in Ilfracombe typically costs £610, with most jobs between £475 and £790, 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 Ilfracombe?
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 Ilfracombe?
The next available slot near EX34 is in 3 days. 9 electricians cover Ilfracombe.
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 Ilfracombe 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.
Does Ilfracombe'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 Ilfracombe's conservation area. North Devon Council has the map online.
Can I swap old storage heaters and the Economy 7 box in Ilfracombe?
Yes. Many Ilfracombe 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 £610.
What do electricians usually find in Victorian houses in Ilfracombe?
Patchwork. Many of Ilfracombe's terraces were rewired in the 1960s–80s, then added to. Common finds are no earth on lighting, old fuse boxes, sockets on overloaded spurs and flats sharing a supply. An EICR, around £190, shows what's really there before you spend more.
Is fuse box replacement cheaper in Ilfracombe or Combe Martin?
Right now Ilfracombe's typical price is £610, against £580 in Combe Martin 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.
Will an electrician come out to Lee and Hele from Ilfracombe?
Yes. Lee, Hele, West Down, Mullacott Cross all sit inside the usual Ilfracombe patch, so most firms quote the same £610 typical price with no extra travel. Right out on the edges, a few add £20 to £30, so ask when you book.
How much is a new consumer unit in Ilfracombe?
Typically £610 fitted, tested and certified. A straight swap starts around £475. A full RCBO board, or one that needs earthing or bonding fixed, pushes it towards £790. 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 Ilfracombe. Who do I ring?
Call 105, free from any phone. That goes to National Grid (South West), who look after the lines in EX34. 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 sort of homes do electricians work on in Ilfracombe?
Around Ilfracombe it's mostly tall Victorian terraces, guest houses converted to flats and holiday lets. That affects fuse box replacement prices: newer homes sit near £475, older or awkward ones nearer £790. The typical job here is £610 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.
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.
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- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.