electrican to change fuse box?

terrierlady

how much does it cost to renew fuse box and to put in extra sockets is there a standard charge per plugsocket

baldelectrician

To replace a consumer unit starts at £180 (small flat 2/3 circuits and everything OK, including bonding)

The average price is £270+

Sockets - usually from £20-£35 each if other work done at same time and all other stuff OK.

zax47

To add to what baldelectrician says, a lot depends on your location as well. Here in Yorkshire, I typically charge ~£350 for a 3 bed semi assuming I need to do main earth bonding as well and up to 12 circuits, including certification. This would be £400+ inside the M25, easily.

If you get an especially cheap quote then ask yourself, a) are they qualified, b) are they registered/certified c) will I get the paperwork and d) will I be able to get hold of them in future if things go wrong?

Extra sockets £25-35 each if done with other work, £35-40 if done alone (depends on access/position).

This is a good guide; Click here for typical costs of changing a consumer unit ("fuse box").

Check competence/registration here;

In Scotland:
Individuals registered;
http://www.sbsa.gov.uk/register/ListAC.asp
Companies
http://www.sbsa.gov.uk/register/Sear...struction&ID=2

In England and Wales:
http://www.competentperson.co.uk

{links courtesy of baldelectrician, I couldn't face typing them again!}

terrierlady

thanks so much to the two posters above spending the time to reply , nice to know going rate