Fuse box replacement in Ivybridge
Prices Illustrative
Range £445–£745 · Devon avg £580
Fuse box replacement in Ivybridge typically costs £575, with most jobs between £445 and £745, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 2 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
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Fuse box replacement across Ivybridge and PL21. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent fuse box replacement jobs near Ivybridge
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 Ivybridge: key facts
- Typical price £575
- Range £445–£745
- 4–6 hrs on site
- Next slot: 2 days
- 7 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Ivybridge
Prices IllustrativeWhat Ivybridge customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for fuse box replacement within 10 miles of Ivybridge, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Ivybridge compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivybridge | £575 | £445–£745 | 2 days |
| Buckfastleigh | £625 | £485–£810 | 7 days |
| Kingsbridge | £590 | £460–£765 | 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.
Ivybridge local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | South Hams District Council handles building control for Ivybridge. | 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 Ivybridge customers say
41 reviews“Turned up when they said, fuse box replacement done and tested in 4–6 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Church Lane, Ivybridge · Sep 2026
How much does fuse box replacement cost in Ivybridge?
Fuse box replacement in Ivybridge typically costs £575, with most jobs between £445 and £745, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 2 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does fuse box replacement take in Ivybridge?
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 Ivybridge?
The next available slot near PL21 is in 2 days. 7 electricians cover Ivybridge.
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 Ivybridge 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 you cover the villages round Ivybridge, like Ermington and Cornwood?
We do. The fuse box replacement prices on this page already include jobs in Ermington, Cornwood, Bittaford, Modbury, Lee Mill. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Ivybridge work, so the next slot (in 2 days) normally applies to you too.
How much is a new consumer unit in Ivybridge?
Typically £575 fitted, tested and certified. A straight swap starts around £445. A full RCBO board, or one that needs earthing or bonding fixed, pushes it towards £745. 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 Ivybridge?
Yes. Many Ivybridge 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 £575.
Do I need a full rewire in Ivybridge, 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 Ivybridge homes only need the board.
Who signs off fuse box replacement work in Ivybridge?
Your electrician, if they're on a scheme like NICEIC. They test the work, issue an Electrical Installation Certificate and notify South Hams District Council building control. Hiring someone who isn't registered means paying the council to inspect it, which costs far more.
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 electricians charge more to come out on the moor near Ivybridge?
A little, sometimes. Ivybridge is on the edge of 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 £575 typical price stands.
The whole street's lost power in Ivybridge. Who do I ring?
Call 105, free from any phone. That goes to National Grid (South West), who look after the lines in PL21. 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.
Who looks after the cable into my house in Ivybridge?
National Grid (South West) owns the supply cable, the main fuse and the cutout in PL21. 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.
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- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.