Does your property need rewiring?
- Old rubber, lead-sheathed or fabric-insulated cables
- Low insulation resistance readings found during testing or an inspection report
- Repeated faults across several circuits
- Black, round-pin or surface-mounted sockets and old switch types throughout
- Too few sockets, with extension leads everywhere
- Major refurbishment, extension or change of layout
Rewiring isn't always the answer. Sometimes targeted repairs, a partial rewire or a consumer unit upgrade is enough. We'll test first and give you honest advice.
Full and partial rewires
Full rewire
All circuits replaced, with new consumer unit, sockets, switches and lighting points, usually done in two stages: first fix while the property is stripped back, then second fix after plastering and decorating.
Partial rewire
Replacing specific circuits, rooms or floors, for example a new kitchen, a loft conversion or circuits that have failed testing.
Planning a rewire with us
- Survey: we inspect the property and discuss how you use each room.
- Layout and quotation: socket, switch and lighting positions agreed in writing, with a fixed written quotation.
- First fix: cables run and back boxes fitted, coordinated with your builder or plasterer.
- Second fix: accessories, fittings and consumer unit installed.
- Testing and certification: Electrical Installation Certificate and Part P notification through NAPIT.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a rewire take?
A typical London flat may take a few days. A house usually takes longer, depending on size, access and whether the property is occupied. We'll give you a realistic schedule with the quotation.
Can I live in the property during a rewire?
Sometimes, especially for partial rewires. A full rewire is far easier and quicker in an empty property. We'll talk through the options.
Will there be much damage to walls?
Chasing walls and lifting floorboards is unavoidable, but we keep it to a minimum and work with your plasterer and decorator.