Full house rewires
Every circuit, cable, back box and accessory replaced, with a new consumer unit and RCD protection throughout.
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Full House Rewiring and Partial Rewires
Full house rewiring and partial rewires carried out to the current wiring regulations, BS 7671, with every socket and light planned in advance.
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House Rewiring with EcoBuild Contractors
Wiring does not last forever. Rubber or fabric-insulated cable, an old fuse box with rewireable fuses, too few sockets and no RCD protection are all signs that a property may be due for full house rewiring. We carry out full and partial rewires for houses, flats and commercial premises, replacing worn cables and accessories with an installation that meets the current wiring regulations, BS 7671, and suits the way you use electricity today.
A rewire is a big job, but with good planning it is less disruptive than people expect. We agree the position of every socket, switch and light before work starts, lift floorboards and chase walls only where we need to, and keep some power and lighting available at the end of each day where we can if you are living in the property.
All electrical work is carried out by competent, qualified electricians with certification provided where applicable. A rewire is notifiable work under Part P of the Building Regulations, which means it must either be self-certified by an electrician registered with a competent person scheme or approved through building control. Either way, you should receive the paperwork that proves the job was done properly.
What we do
Rewiring work we carry out
Partial rewires
Individual circuits or floors rewired when testing shows that only part of the installation is unsafe or out of date.
Rewiring for extensions and renovations
First-fix wiring while floors and walls are open for an extension, loft conversion or kitchen refit, then second fix once plastering is done.
Consumer unit replacement
Old fuse boxes swapped for a modern consumer unit with RCD or RCBO protection, and surge protection where it is required.
Extra sockets and circuits
More double sockets, USB outlets, outside sockets and dedicated circuits for cookers, electric showers and home offices.
Lighting rewires
New lighting circuits, downlights, two-way switching for stairs and landings, and outside security lighting.
Electrical safety inspections and EICRs
A condition report on the existing wiring tells you whether it can be repaired or needs replacing before you commit to a rewire.
Fault finding on older wiring
Circuits that trip, sockets that have stopped working and lights that flicker are investigated, with honest advice on whether the fault points to a wider rewire.
Landlord and commercial rewires
Rewires for rented homes, HMOs, shops and offices, scheduled around tenants and trading hours to keep disruption down.
Why it is worth it
Benefits of house rewiring
A safer property
New cable, RCD protection and proper earthing greatly reduce the risk of electric shock and electrical fire.
Sockets where you need them
A rewire is the ideal moment to put sockets, USB points and lights in the right places instead of relying on extension leads.
Ready for modern loads
Circuits are designed for today's appliances and home working, with room for later additions such as an EV charge point or a heat pump.
Paperwork for buyers and insurers
Certificates and the building control record show the work meets the regulations, which helps when you sell, remortgage or insure the property.
How do you know if your house needs rewiring?
Warning signs include a fuse box with rewireable fuses or a wooden back, black rubber or fabric-covered cables, round-pin sockets, scorch marks or warm sockets, flickering lights, and fuses or breakers that blow or trip often. A lack of RCD protection, too few sockets and a house full of extension leads also point to an installation that was never designed for modern use.
The reliable way to find out is an Electrical Installation Condition Report. An electrician tests each circuit and codes any defects, and the report shows whether repairs, a partial rewire or a full rewire is the sensible next step. Homes that still have rubber-insulated cable, which was phased out in the 1960s, almost always need rewiring.
Can you stay in your home during a rewire?
Most of the effort on a rewire goes into first fix: lifting floorboards, chasing walls and running new cables. In an empty property this is quickest, because every room can be opened up at once. If you are living there, we work room by room, aim to leave essential circuits working overnight, and cover furniture and floors against dust.
After second fix and testing, chased walls need filling or patch plastering and then redecorating. Many people plan a rewire just before decorating or before moving in, so the messy part is finished before new carpets and paint go down.
Our process
How the job runs
- Inspection and testingWe test the existing installation, check its age and condition, and explain whether a full or partial rewire is needed.
- Room-by-room planTogether we mark out every socket, switch, light and appliance point, then confirm the price and the order in which rooms will be done.
- First and second fixCables are run and chased in and floors are relaid, then sockets, switches, lights and the consumer unit are fitted.
- Testing and certificationEvery circuit is tested, the installation is certified and notified under Part P, and chases are filled ready for plastering or decoration.
FAQ
House Rewiring questions
Does rewiring mean replastering the whole house?
No. Cables are chased into walls only where needed, and many runs go under floors or through ceilings. Chases are filled afterwards, though some patch plastering and redecoration are normally needed.
Will a rewire need a new consumer unit?
In most cases, yes. New circuits need RCD protection and a consumer unit that meets current regulations, so an old fuse box is normally replaced as part of the job.
What is the difference between a partial and a full rewire?
A partial rewire replaces selected circuits, such as one floor or the kitchen, where the rest of the wiring tests satisfactorily. A full rewire replaces every circuit, usually because the cable throughout is old or damaged.
Can I keep my existing light fittings?
Often, if they are in good condition and suitable for where they are fitted. Fittings that are damaged, have unearthed metal parts or are not rated for a bathroom will be replaced.
Should I rewire before selling a house?
Unsafe or outdated wiring found by a buyer's survey or condition report usually affects offers. Some sellers rewire first, while others get a condition report and price the work into the sale.
Free, no-obligation quote
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