Quick answer
In short
Replacing a fuse box costs on average €450 to €950 including fitting and materials. A simple box with 3 to 5 circuits is around €450 to €600, while a large box with 8 circuits or more, or a three-phase box, runs up to €1,100 or €1,200.
Price guide
Fixed price upfront| Small box (3 to 5 circuits, single-phase) | € 450 to € 600 |
| Average box (6 to 8 circuits) | € 600 to € 800 |
| Large or three-phase box (8+ circuits) | € 800 to € 1.200 |
| Extra cost per additional circuit | € 40 to € 60 |
| Add an RCD (30 mA) | € 90 to € 150 |
| Call-out charge (Noord-Brabant) | € 39 |
Indicative prices incl. VAT. You will always receive a tailored quote.
Prices by situation
Prices at a glance
Price by type of fuse box
The size of the box (the number of circuits) and single or three-phase determine most of the price. These are guide prices including fitting, materials and connection to the NEN 1010 standard.
| Type of fuse box | Number of circuits | Phase | Price incl. fitting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact box | 3 to 5 circuits | single-phase | € 450 to € 600 |
| Standard box | 6 to 8 circuits | single-phase | € 600 to € 800 |
| Large box | 9 to 12 circuits | single-phase | € 800 to € 1.000 |
| Three-phase box | 6 to 12 circuits | three-phase | € 850 to € 1.200 |
| Convert a fuse board | bespoke | single or three-phase | from € 550 |
Guide prices incl. VAT and fitting. You always get a fixed price upfront based on your own meter cabinet.
Individual parts and extra work
Sometimes extra work comes up, for example if the wiring is outdated or you want to add a circuit at the same time. These are the most common additional prices.
| Item | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Add an extra circuit (during the job) | € 40 to € 60 per circuit |
| Replace RCD (30 mA) | € 90 to € 150 |
| Replace main switch | € 60 to € 120 |
| Fit surge protection | € 120 to € 200 |
| Check or improve earthing | € 100 to € 250 |
| Fit a new meter cabinet (frame) | from € 250 |
We always discuss extra work upfront. No surprises afterwards.
Price breakdown
What determines the price of a new fuse box?
Two boxes are rarely the same. Together these points determine what your fuse box costs. That way you understand where your price comes from.
Number of circuits
The more circuits, the more materials and work. Heavy appliances such as a washing machine, oven and induction hob each belong on their own circuit, and that adds up.
Single-phase or three-phase
A three-phase box is built to a heavier specification and costs more. You need it if you want to connect an EV charger, heat pump or home battery.
RCDs and protection
Under NEN 1010 at least two 30 mA RCDs are required. Surge protection is optional but sensible, and affects the price.
Condition of the wiring and earthing
If the wiring or earthing is outdated, extra work comes up. With an old fuse board we always check this first.
Access to the meter cabinet
A cramped or boxed-in meter cabinet takes more time. The location of the cabinet (cellar, loft) also plays a part.
Emergency or planned
Planned work is better value. If it needs doing urgently, for example in an unsafe situation, an emergency surcharge may apply.
Worked examples
Worked examples from practice
To give a feel for the price, here are three situations of the kind we often come across in Brabant. You always get your price upfront, fixed and tailored.
Terraced house, old fuse board
A 1970s home with a ceramic fuse board and a single RCD. The residents want a safe, modern box with enough circuits for the kitchen and washing machine.
- Fuse box, 6 circuits, single-phase€ 620
- Two 30 mA RCDsincluded
- Call-out charge€ 39
The existing wiring was in order, so no extra work. Job finished in a day.
Semi-detached house, ready for an EV charger
A family with an electric car on the way. The old box is full and single-phase. They want a three-phase box straight away so the EV charger, and later a heat pump, can be added.
- Fuse box, 8 circuits, three-phase€ 980
- Surge protection€ 160
- Call-out charge€ 39
The three-phase connection itself requires Enexis; we arrange that application for you. See also our meter cabinet upgrade cost page.
Flat, a small job
A flat where the fuses trip now and again. A compact box with 4 circuits and modern protection is enough.
- Fuse box, 4 circuits, single-phase€ 480
- Call-out charge€ 39
A compact job, neatly finished and tested in half a day.
Good to know
What exactly are you paying for?
Replacing a fuse box is more than hanging up a box. This is what is in the price, so you understand why quality work has its price.
Materials and parts
The box itself, the RCDs, the circuit breakers (circuits), the main switch and the associated materials together make up part of the price. We work with solid brands such as Hager, ABB or Schneider, not bargain-basement materials that you have to replace again after a few years.
The number of circuits determines how many circuit breakers and RCDs are needed. More circuits means more materials, but also an installation that is better distributed and safer.
Labour and fitting
An engineer isolates the installation, removes the old box, fits the new one, connects all the circuits, labels them clearly and tests the whole installation. Reckon on half a working day to a full day, depending on the size.
The labour also covers measuring and testing to the NEN 1010 standard. That is not a formality: it is the proof that your installation has been handed over safely.
Why not go for the cheapest?
You can find bare fuse boxes online for a couple of hundred euros. But without certified fitting, without RCDs in the right place and without a final test, that is not a saving but a risk. In the event of fire or damage, an insurer looks at whether the work was done by a certified professional and to standard.
We supply a box that is correct, handed over safely and comes with a 2-year guarantee. That is what you are paying for.
VAT and what is in the price
All prices on this page are including 21% VAT and including fitting. For replacing a fuse box in an existing home the normal VAT rate of 21% applies.
Our quote always states a fixed price: materials, labour, the call-out charge and the final test together. No after-the-fact billing, no surprises. Only if something unexpected turns up during the work, for example hidden outdated wiring, do we discuss it with you first before we continue.
Smart savings
Smart ways to save on your fuse box
Without compromising on safety, there are a few sensible ways to manage the costs.
Combine the work
Have the box replaced at the moment you need an EV charger, solar panels or extra circuits anyway. One journey and one job saves money.
Choose the right number of circuits
Not too few (or you will soon be stuck again), not needlessly many. We give honest advice on what suits your home and plans.
Plan ahead, do not wait for an emergency
A planned replacement is better value than an emergency job after a fault or a burning smell. If you spot the signs, do not wait too long.
Related
Handy to look at as well
These pages tie in with replacing your fuse box.
Fuse box replacement
Everything about the service itself: when it is needed, how we tackle it and the guarantee.
More infoMeter cabinet upgrade costs
Going three-phase for an EV charger or heat pump? See the costs and the application.
More infoEV charger costs
What does a home EV charger cost, including any changes to your meter cabinet?
More infoElectrician costs
Hourly rate, call-out charge and rates of a certified electrician.
More infoMeter cabinet replacement costs
Replacing the whole meter cabinet rather than just the box? See those prices.
More infoWhy Brabant Elektra
Certified, insured and guaranteed
All our engineers are qualified and work to the NEN 1010 standard. We give a 2-year guarantee on all our work. Reliable work you can count on.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about the price
Service area
Fuse box replacement in Noord-Brabant
We replace fuse boxes across the whole of Noord-Brabant, from Eindhoven to Breda and from Den Bosch to Tilburg. The call-out charge within the region is a fixed amount, so you never face a travel-surcharge surprise.
Want to go straight to three-phase, for example for an EV charger or heat pump? Then an application to grid operator Enexis is sometimes needed. We know the procedure and the waiting times in the region, and arrange the application with you.
Service area
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