Open consumer unit with coloured cables and a screwdriver

Consumer unit replacement in Ciutat Vella.

In Ciutat Vella we swap fuse boxes and old RCDs for a new, tidy, clearly labelled consumer unit that protects both people and appliances.

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When should the consumer unit be replaced?

  • The RCD trips for no clear reason
  • Old rewireable or ceramic fuses
  • Heat or a burning smell at the unit
  • No room for more circuits

What the replacement includes

  • Prior testing

    We test the insulation of the existing wiring before connecting it.

  • Enclosure and protection

    Flush or surface-mounted unit with main switch, RCDs and circuit breakers.

  • One circuit, one breaker

    Each line with its own breaker, matched to the cable size.

  • Surge protection

    A surge protection device to look after appliances and electronics.

  • Labelled circuits

    Every switch labelled, so you know which room it turns off.

  • Final tests

    We measure the earthing and check that every RCD trips correctly.

How we replace consumer units in Ciutat Vella

In 1960s and 70s flats in areas such as El Barri Gòtic and El Raval, the board usually sits in a recess by the front door that is too small for modern protection devices. We enlarge the recess or fit a surface-mounted enclosure, and agree the time of the power cut within the building's hours.

When the change is finished in areas such as Sant Pere, Santa Caterina and La Ribera, we test every RCD with a tester, measure the earth and leave a printed circuit chart on the board door. The wall around the enclosure is made good and ready for painting.

We visit, open your current board and give you a detailed written quote; a site manager coordinates the change and we agree the time of the power cut with you. We also work in nearby areas: Eixample, Sants-Montjuïc and Sant Martí.

Get a quote for a new consumer unit

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First

What do you need?

Your home

Where is the work?

Your details

How can we contact you?

I’d rather write directly

Frequently asked questions

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Consumer unit replacement in Ciutat Vella: which areas do you cover?

We do this work in Ciutat Vella, in areas such as El Barri Gòtic, El Raval, Sant Pere, Santa Caterina, La Ribera and La Barceloneta, and also nearby: Eixample, Sants-Montjuïc and Sant Martí. Before starting we visit the property and prepare a detailed written quote.

02

Can the consumer unit be replaced without rewiring?

Yes, if the wiring is in good condition. We test its insulation first; if any circuit fails, we point it out in the quote so you can decide what to do with it.

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What does a surge protection device do?

It cuts the supply when a voltage spike arrives from the grid or a storm, protecting the fridge, boiler, computer and other connected equipment.

04

Will I be without power during the work?

Only while the old unit is disconnected and the new one is connected. We agree the time of the cut with you and leave everything working before we go.

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About us

High-quality renovations in Ciutat Vella, with deadlines that are met.

We renovate flats and houses with clear planning, close follow-up and attention to every detail.

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A member of the Romero-Vera team in the office
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20Years of experience
5/5Google reviews
  • Initial visit with no obligation
  • Detailed and accurate estimate
  • Follow-up until the work is finished

We work in Ciutat Vella and the surrounding area

Reformas Romero-Vera is a renovation company working in Barcelona: Ciutat Vella (Barcelonès, province of Barcelona) and specialising in consumer unit replacement. We do this work in flats, houses and shops in every neighbourhood, with a prior visit and a detailed estimate with no obligation.

Company
Reformas Romero-Vera
Service
Consumer unit replacement
Area
Barcelona: Ciutat Vella · Barcelonès, province of Barcelona
Postcode
08001, 08002, 08003
Visit and estimate
No obligation, in writing
Phone
+34 658 09 40 37 · WhatsApp +34 662 04 02 34

We also work in Eixample, Sants-Montjuïc and Sant Martí.

Neighbourhoods

Barri Gòtic and Raval
  • El Barri Gòtic
  • El Raval
Sant Pere, La Ribera and La Barceloneta
  • Sant Pere
  • Santa Caterina
  • La Ribera
  • La Barceloneta

Main streets and avenues

  • La Rambla
  • Via Laietana
  • Carrer de Ferran
  • Carrer de Jaume I
  • Carrer de la Princesa
  • Carrer de Montcada
  • Carrer de l'Hospital
  • Carrer del Carme
  • Rambla del Raval
  • Carrer de Sant Pau
  • Passeig de Joan de Borbó
Renovated kitchen with recessed LED lighting in the ceiling

Need a new consumer unit?

Message us on WhatsApp or get a quote: we will check your current unit and explain what is worth replacing.

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