Fuse box replacement in Tiverton
Prices Illustrative
Range £485–£810 · Devon avg £580
Fuse box replacement in Tiverton typically costs £625, with most jobs between £485 and £810, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 4 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
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Fuse box replacement across Tiverton and EX16. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent fuse box replacement jobs near Tiverton
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 Tiverton: key facts
- Typical price £625
- Range £485–£810
- 4–6 hrs on site
- Next slot: 4 days
- 11 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Tiverton
Prices Illustrative- Fuse box replacement
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bampton | EX16 4 | 6.1 mi |
| Halberton | EX16 9 | 3.2 mi |
| Bickleigh | EX16 7 | 3.4 mi |
| Sampford Peverell | EX16 3 | 4.8 mi |
| Washfield | EX16 3 | 2.0 mi |
What Tiverton customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for fuse box replacement within 10 miles of Tiverton, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Tiverton compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiverton | £625 | £485–£810 | 4 days |
| Cullompton | £600 | £465–£780 | 3 days |
| Crediton | £640 | £500–£830 | 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.
Tiverton local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | Mid Devon District Council handles building control for Tiverton. | 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 Tiverton customers say
30 reviews“Turned up when they said, fuse box replacement done and tested in 4–6 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Mill Lane, Tiverton · Sep 2026
How much does fuse box replacement cost in Tiverton?
Fuse box replacement in Tiverton typically costs £625, with most jobs between £485 and £810, 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 Tiverton?
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 Tiverton?
The next available slot near EX16 is in 4 days. 11 electricians cover Tiverton.
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 Tiverton 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.
Who looks after the cable into my house in Tiverton?
National Grid (South West) owns the supply cable, the main fuse and the cutout in EX16. 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.
How do Tiverton prices for fuse box replacement compare with Cullompton?
Tiverton typically comes in at £625 and Cullompton at £600, 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.
What do electricians usually find in Victorian houses in Tiverton?
Patchwork. Many of Tiverton'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.
Which areas near Tiverton do you cover for fuse box replacement?
We list electricians working across Tiverton and nearby spots like Bampton and Halberton, covering EX16. Homes here are mostly Victorian terraces, older town-centre houses and big modern estates. A typical job costs £625 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.
Water got into my sockets in Tiverton. 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 Tiverton, like Bampton and Halberton?
We do. The fuse box replacement prices on this page already include jobs in Bampton, Halberton, Bickleigh, Sampford Peverell, Washfield. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Tiverton work, so the next slot (in 4 days) normally applies to you too.
How much is a new consumer unit in Tiverton?
Typically £625 fitted, tested and certified. A straight swap starts around £485. A full RCBO board, or one that needs earthing or bonding fixed, pushes it towards £810. Faults found on testing are the usual reason a price goes up, so ask how they handle that.
Who signs off fuse box replacement work in Tiverton?
Your electrician, if they're on a scheme like NICEIC. They test the work, issue an Electrical Installation Certificate and notify Mid Devon District Council building control. Hiring someone who isn't registered means paying the council to inspect it, which costs far more.
Who do I call in a power cut in Tiverton?
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.
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- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.