Recent content by richdebc

Hi, my boiler has just developed exactly the same fault - I'd be interested to know what happened to Nick Barton's...

Ah, I see. I've currently got a blown fuse from a bathroom spotlight, but if there's no real advantage to MCBs I'll just replace the fuse itself. Thanks!

Thanks to both of your for your help. And no offense taken - you're exactly right. Although it would be a pain to reset the unit when an MCB switches off, surely less of a pain than replacing a fuse?

I had it in mind to just replace the 5A ones, as the others are protected by a RCD anyway - is this not a good idea? Also, I'm not sure about replacing the consumer unit myself ,and reluctant to pay an electrician to do it if the existing unit's ok (it's only 7 years old)

Hi, I've had a fuse blown on my consumer unit and thought it might be a good idea to replace them with plug-in MCBs. I think I've found the right ones to use, but would appreciate any advice from someone who knows what they're talking about (as I don't). Thanks in advance. My consumer...