Do I need to move my consumer unit?

[bananas and custard]

I'm about to convert a large hall cupboard into a new cloakroom with WC and basin.

My consumer unit is located in this cupboard, do I need to have it moved because it will effectively be a zoned area or will boxing in be sufficient?

Thanks.

 

[RF Lighting]

There are no special requirements for a WC, they only apply to a room containing a bath or shower.

If you box in the CU, make sure you leave plenty of access for working on the CU, cutout and meter replacement etc.

 

[plugwash]

no specific requirements for toilets but you must still take due account of external influences.

where will the CU be in relation to the other stuff in the room?

 

[bananas and custard]

The best way of describing the CU position:

Imagine standing at the pan. CU is ceiling height on wall to your left, level with you, with wall approx 8 inches away.

If a CU move was suggested I'd have it dropped into the garage which is only another 6 feet away to left, should say I'm in a bungalow.

Approx how much would a spark charge for this, need new CU as it old fuse type and surveyor commented it could do with upgrade to split load some day.

 

[bananas and custard]

meter is outside in an inspection box.

 

[plugwash]

if the CU is near ceiling high i'd just leave it. risk of splashing is minimal and noones going to touch it unless they have a reason to. make sure it can be reached safely from a steplader on floor that will remain clear though.