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Comprehensive Home Rewiring

Electrical rewiring replaces or upgrades the fixed wiring, circuits and accessories that distribute power safely through a property. It is for homeowners, landlords and developers where existing cables are degraded, circuits are overloaded, or a renovation needs a compliant installation to BS 7671. Common signs include repeated tripping, flickering lights, rubber or fabric-insulated cable, or an unsatisfactory EICR. We survey the property, agree a room-by-room plan, and explain expected disruption before work starts. Where solar, battery or EV equipment may follow, we can plan spare capacity and cable routes during the same project. The next step is an on-site survey for a fixed quotation.

Signs You May Need Rewiring

  • Rubber, fabric or otherwise degraded cable insulation.
  • Repeated tripping of breakers or blown fuses without an obvious cause.
  • Flickering lights, warm sockets or switches, or discoloured accessories.
  • Insufficient sockets or circuits for how the property is used today.
  • Major renovation, extension, kitchen or bathroom work where walls are already open.
  • Rental or sale preparation where an EICR has flagged C1 or C2 observations.

Living in the Property During a Rewire

For minor or partial rewiring, many homes can remain occupied with careful room-by-room planning and power restored to essential areas each evening. For a full rewire, moving out for the most disruptive phase is often recommended where practical, especially in occupied family homes. The final recommendation depends on property size, access, age of wiring, the room-by-room plan and safety - we discuss this at survey stage before any work is booked.

What Affects the Cost

  • Property size and circuit count - more rooms and circuits mean more cabling, accessories and testing.
  • Full vs partial rewire - replacing all circuits costs more than targeted upgrades to unsafe areas.
  • Access and chasing - solid walls, listed finishes and limited void access increase labour.
  • Consumer unit replacement - often carried out alongside a rewire where the existing board is outdated.
  • Making good and decoration - plaster repair and reinstatement after chasing vary by finish level.
  • Faults discovered on site - hidden defects found during first fix may extend scope, subject to quotation.

Why Choose Us & Our Value

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5-Year Guarantee

All our rewiring work is covered by a 5-year workmanship guarantee, giving you peace of mind.

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No-Obligation Quote

We provide a detailed, fixed-price quote after a thorough on-site survey. What we quote is what you pay.

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Certified Quality

All our work is delivered in line with BS 7671 standards, ensuring safety and compliance.

Our Technology & Equipment Partners

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Hellermann Tyton logo
ABB logo
SMA logo
Schneider Electric logo
Wandsworth Lighting brand logo
Tesla Energy logo
Sonnen logo
Eaton logo
Siemens logo
LG Solar logo

Our 4-Step Installation Process

Rewire step one - consultation and fixed quote for London property
Rewire step two - temporary supplies and dust sheets for safe strip
Rewire step three - first and second fix cabling in compliant containment
Rewire step four - BS 7671 circuit testing and electrical installation certificate

Our Rewiring Process

Minimal Disruption & Clean Work

We understand a rewire can be daunting. Our electricians use advanced tools and techniques, such as floorboard tunnels and dust extraction systems, to minimise chasing and mess. We protect your furnishings and meticulously clean up at the end of each day, respecting your home as if it were our own.

Hoovered work area after cable pull - clean rewire standard Before and after chase quality - minimal plaster damage on London rewire

Smart & Optimised Layouts

A rewire is the perfect opportunity to modernise your home's layout. We work with you to plan the optimal placement for sockets, switches, and lighting. We'll suggest adding convenient USB-C sockets, two-way switching for hallways, and feature lighting to enhance your living space and eliminate extension cords.

Furniture layout plan for socket heights - ergonomic positions before second fix CAD electrical layout drawing with circuit numbers and phase load balancing

Premium, Compliant Materials

Your safety is non-negotiable. We only use high-quality, British Standard (BS 7671) compliant materials from trusted manufacturers. This includes modern PVC-insulated cabling, metal-clad consumer units, and reliable components that ensure the longevity and safety of your new electrical system for decades to come.

Drum of twin-and-earth cable and metal conduit for an electrical rewire Premium MCB and RCBO devices - manufacturer-backed protection after rewire

Fully Qualified & Insured Experts

Every member of our rewiring team is an experienced, appropriately qualified electrician. We are fully insured, and our workmanship is covered by our service guarantee. You receive a full Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) upon completion, giving you documented proof of compliance.

Electrician tightening busbar on a new consumer unit before final inspection and energising Electrician's ID card beside a calibrated multifunction test meter

What Our Clients Say

James & Chloe P.

Richmond, Southwest London

"We were dreading the mess of a full rewire in our Victorian house, but the team was outstanding. They were incredibly tidy, professional, and respectful of our home. Now we have peace of mind knowing our family is safe. Worth every penny."

David Chen

Weybridge, Surrey

"The consultation process was brilliant. They didn't just replace old for old; they helped us plan a modern layout with USB-C sockets and better lighting positions. It's completely transformed how we use our living space. Highly recommend their smart approach."

Aisha Khan

Virginia Water, Surrey

"After a worrying EICR report, we needed a full rewire. Electrical Works handled everything flawlessly. They explained the process, stuck to the quote, and provided all the certification promptly. A truly professional and trustworthy service."

Tom Sterling

Putney, Southwest London

"Our old wiring couldn't cope with modern appliances and kept tripping. The full rewire has solved all our issues. The team was efficient, friendly, and the quality of the finish is excellent. Our electrical system is now robust and future-proof."

Essential Electrical Rewiring Advice

Obsolete round-pin sockets and rubber cabling - pre-rewire condition unsafe for modern loads

Know the Warning Signs

Flickering lights, frequently tripping fuses, buzzing sounds from outlets, or old rubber/fabric-coated cables are clear signs you need an inspection for a potential rewire.

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Plan for the Future

During a rewire, add more sockets than you think you need, especially in the kitchen and home office. Consider adding Ethernet ports and USB-C outlets for future convenience.

RCBO consumer unit with surge protection and labelled circuits after a rewire

Don't Forget the Consumer Unit

A full rewire should always include a new 18th Edition consumer unit with RCBO protection on all circuits. This is the most critical safety component of the entire system.

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Ask for Certification

Ensure your electrician will provide a formal Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) at the end of the job. This is your documented proof that the work is safe and compliant.

Furniture covered with dust sheets during rewire - respectful refurbishment

Living In During a Rewire

For partial rewiring, many households stay in the property while work moves room by room. For a full rewire, temporary relocation during the most disruptive phase is often recommended where practical - we agree the programme with you before work starts.

Electrician comparing VIR cable to twin and earth - partial versus full rewire decision

Partial vs. Full Rewire

If a survey shows one part of your wiring is unsafe (e.g., an old extension), it's likely the rest is of a similar age. A full rewire is often the most cost-effective solution long-term.

Technical Questions on Electrical Rewiring

How do I know if my house needs rewiring?

Common signs include frequently tripping circuit breakers, flickering lights, discoloured sockets or switches, or the presence of old rubber or fabric-insulated cables. If your property is over 25-30 years old and has its original wiring, an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a sensible first step to assess what is present and whether a rewire is needed.

Do I need to move out during a full rewire?

For minor or partial rewiring, many homes can remain occupied with careful room-by-room planning. For a full rewire, moving out for the most disruptive phase is often recommended where practical, especially in occupied family homes. The final recommendation depends on property size, access, age of wiring, the room-by-room plan and safety.

Should I rewire before installing solar panels or EV charging?

Not always, but rewiring can be the right decision if the existing wiring is degraded or the circuit arrangement cannot accommodate new loads. Solar panels require new AC circuits back to the consumer unit; an EV charger typically needs a dedicated circuit rated for the charger's output. If the existing cables or consumer unit are not in a suitable condition to accept these circuits safely, rewiring before installation may reduce cost and disruption later. See our fuse board replacement page for information on consumer unit readiness.

How disruptive is rewiring?

Some disruption is unavoidable in a full rewire. We use dust sheets and floor protection throughout, minimise unnecessary wall chasing where existing routes can be used, and work to a programme that keeps essential circuits live where possible. We discuss the work scope and phasing clearly before any project starts.

What affects the cost of a rewire?

Property size, circuit count, existing wiring condition, access for chasing and lifting floors, making good and decoration, whether the consumer unit is replaced at the same time, and any faults discovered during inspection all affect quotation scope. We provide a fixed price after an on-site survey.

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The True Cost of Quality

Safety is an investment, not an expense. We refuse to cut corners because we refuse to compromise your safety.

Our pricing reflects a premium standard designed to protect your property for decades:

  • Safety First: Strict adherence to BS 7671 using only fire-rated materials from tier-one brands like Hager & Schneider.
  • Fixed Pricing: Our "Platinum Promise" means the price we quote is the price you pay. No hidden fees.
  • Expertise: Executed by experienced, appropriately qualified electricians, not unqualified labourers.
  • 5-Year Guarantee: We install robust systems built to last, increasing your property's long-term value.

"We don't aim to be the cheapest. We aim to be the safest and most reliable choice for your home."

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