Moving a consumer unit

Question

Is it possible to move a consumer unit? Ours is right by the door and I'd like to move it to a cupboard, so it's out of sight.

Benjamin · Accepted Answer

Yes it is - the challenge is if you need to lengthen the cables. If shortening them it’s lots easier.

Jonathan · Answer

You need a qualified electrician and our company .. 
In the UK a electrician can move it but had to be inspected by a nominated person with certificate use a company not a cowboy!!

Grigore · Answer

Hi Cheryl.
Yes, it is possible.
You will need to install an isolator in order to extend your supply to the location of your new consumer unit. Also, you will need to reroute the existing circuits to the new location.

Jacob · Answer

Yes this is definitely possible as long as the consumer unit will be accessible for maintenance.

Christopher · Answer

It's possible to move   the main thing is  how far away from the main intake  you  want to take it. Dnos don't like  more then  3mts  maximum  tails be fore  you. Need to. Start to think about isolaters   mostly depends on the route of the main tails.    The cables  can be extended. Easy enough   in various. Ways.

Eleanor · Answer

it can be moved, this will depend on the distance it can be moved, and there may be wires that need to be integrated into the wall, run across the ceiling, or hidden behind Conduit

Connor · Answer

Yes but depends on possible routes that the cables can be re run to your new location.

Eric · Answer

Yes it is possible. Cost would vary depending on cable routes and distance from the meter cupboard would also need consideration.

Luke · Answer

Hi Cheryl, 
 This is something that can be done but cables may need to be extended and a isolator will need to be fitted depending on how far it is from the main income.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if this is something you would like quoting.
Kind regards 
L.W Electrical Contractors

Sean · Answer

Certainly can. Would have to be surveyed to find routes etc but is verry doable

Moving a consumer unit

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