MK product recall for consumer units & associated switchgear

A Litt • 23 November 2020

Landlord be aware that MK consumer unit could potentially be dangerous!

Professional Consumer Unit Replacement & Relocation in Leicester

Is your fuse box outdated, faulty, or on a product recall list? As a trusted Leicester electrician, we specialise in emergency consumer unit replacements, including upgrades for recalled MK Sentry units.

Why Replace Your Consumer Unit?

  • MK Sentry Recall Risk: Some MK consumer units have been recalled due to faulty contact connectors that can overheat, posing a serious fire hazard. (See Electrical Safety First recall notice)
  • Failing Main Switch: If your consumer unit trips frequently or shows signs of damage, urgent replacement is recommended.
  • Modern Safety Standards: New consumer units include RCD protection and surge protection (SPD), reducing risks of electrical fires and damage from power surges.

Our High-Quality Consumer Unit Upgrades

We install Fusebox and Hager consumer units with:
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Dual RCD protection for enhanced electrical safety
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Built-in surge protection (SPD) to safeguard appliances
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18th Edition Wiring Compliance for full legal safety
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Reliable & cost-effective solutions for homes & businesses

Emergency Fuse Box Replacement in Leicester

Need urgent consumer unit replacement? We offer same-day service for:

  • Faulty or recalled fuse boxes
  • Consumer unit relocation
  • Full electrical safety checks

📞 Call Now for Fast, Reliable Service – Don’t risk an unsafe electrical system!


MK Sentry Switches and consumers units recall

We have installed a surge protector otherwise know as SPD, which is built into the Hager consumer units it is of a high integrity dual RCD consumer unit. In my opinion, this is the best low-cost option for consumer unit replacements. 

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