Fuse box replacement in Totnes
Prices Illustrative
Range £445–£740 · Devon avg £580
Fuse box replacement in Totnes typically costs £570, with most jobs between £445 and £740, 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 Totnes and TQ9. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent fuse box replacement jobs near Totnes
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 Totnes: key facts
- Typical price £570
- Range £445–£740
- 4–6 hrs on site
- Next slot: 2 days
- 9 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Totnes
Prices Illustrative- Fuse box replacement
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dartington | TQ9 2 | 1.3 mi |
| Harberton | TQ9 3 | 2.2 mi |
| Ashprington | TQ9 4 | 2.3 mi |
| Staverton | TQ9 9 | 2.4 mi |
| Stoke Gabriel | TQ9 7 | 3.4 mi |
What Totnes customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for fuse box replacement within 10 miles of Totnes, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Totnes compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Totnes | £570 | £445–£740 | 2 days |
| Paignton | £595 | £460–£770 | 4 days |
| Buckfastleigh | £625 | £485–£810 | 7 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.
Totnes local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | South Hams District Council handles building control for Totnes. | 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 Totnes customers say
23 reviews“Turned up when they said, fuse box replacement done and tested in 4–6 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Station Road, Totnes · Sep 2026
How much does fuse box replacement cost in Totnes?
Fuse box replacement in Totnes typically costs £570, with most jobs between £445 and £740, 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 Totnes?
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 Totnes?
The next available slot near TQ9 is in 2 days. 9 electricians cover Totnes.
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 Totnes 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 Totnes?
If the work changes the building's character, yes, you need listed building consent from South Hams 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.
Which areas near Totnes do you cover for fuse box replacement?
We list electricians working across Totnes and nearby spots like Dartington and Harberton, covering TQ9. Homes here are mostly listed Tudor and Georgian buildings up the high street and 20th-century homes. A typical job costs £570 on our illustrative local prices.
How do Totnes prices for fuse box replacement compare with Paignton?
Totnes typically comes in at £570 and Paignton at £595, 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.
Can I swap old storage heaters and the Economy 7 box in Totnes?
Yes. Many Totnes 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 £570.
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 Totnes. 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.
Who signs off fuse box replacement work in Totnes?
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.
How much is a new consumer unit in Totnes?
Typically £570 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 £740. Faults found on testing are the usual reason a price goes up, so ask how they handle that.
Do I need a full rewire in Totnes, 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 Totnes homes only need the board.
Who do I call in a power cut in Totnes?
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.
- Paignton5.3 mi · £595
- Buckfastleigh5.4 mi · £625
- Ashburton6.6 mi · £620
- Dartmouth7.3 mi · £605
- Torquay7.3 mi · £585
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £150
- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £90
- Full rewirefrom £3,745
- EV charger installationfrom £840
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.