Fuseboard Electrician Alvechurch

A Bathe Electrics are your local, trusted and experienced fuseboard electricians in Alvechurch - for advice, fuseboard upgrades and electrical safety tests, get in touch with our Alvechurch team today!

Common fuseboard faults & how to spot them

Fuseboards are designed to keep your home’s electrical system safe, but over time, faults can develop. Common issues include tripped or frequently blowing fuses, warm or discoloured switches, buzzing or crackling noises, and loose or corroded connections. Other warning signs are flickering lights, power outages on specific circuits, or RCDs that fail to trip during a test. Regular visual inspections and paying attention to unusual smells, sounds, or heat from your fuseboard can help you spot problems early. If you notice any of these signs, please give us a call immediately.

Is my fuseboard dangerous?

A well maintained, regularly tested fuseboard which is fairly new (less than a few years old) is likely to be pretty safe. It’s worth noting though, even if your fuseboard seems to be working just fine, faults can still be present. That’s why testing is so important!

If your fuseboard was fitted before 1990 - so anywhere from 25 to 30 years old and has had little to no maintenance, there’s a good chance it’s well overdue for an upgrade. Hidden faults may pose a serious risk to yourself and your home.  

Fuseboard upgrades, Alvechurch

Upgrading your fuseboard is one of the most effective ways to improve electrical safety in your home. A typical fuseboard upgrade involves replacing outdated fuses or circuit breakers with a modern consumer unit that includes RCD protection, ensuring your circuits are safer and compliant with current wiring regulations. The process also includes testing and tidying all connections, labeling circuits clearly, and sometimes replacing old cabling if needed. For most homes, a full upgrade can usually be completed within half a day to a full day, and while some minor disruption is inevitable, our electricians aim to keep mess and downtime to a absolute minimum. 

How can I keep my fuseboard well maintained?

To keep your fuseboard safe, regular electrical safety checks are important. Homeowners should have a full EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) every five years to make sure everything is working properly. If you’re planning renovations, like a home extension, it’s a good time to consider a fuseboard upgrade to handle extra power safely. Regular testing and timely upgrades help protect your home and family from more serious electrical problems.

Protect your Alvechurch home with A Bathe Electrics - from EICRs to fuseboard upgrades, our fully qualified electricians are here to keep your home powered safely, not just today but for years to come!