Guide · Rewiring
When Does a House Need Rewiring?
Wiring does not last forever. These are the signs, and how to find out for certain.
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Signs it may be time
- Round-pin sockets or switches in old brown or black casings
- A fuse board with rewireable fuses or no RCD protection
- Fabric, rubber or lead-sheathed cable visible in the loft or under floors
- Scorch marks, warm sockets, a burning smell, or crackling
- Breakers that trip often, or lights that flicker
- Very few sockets, and extension leads used everywhere
How to find out for certain
An EICR tests the wiring and states whether it is satisfactory. Often the answer is not a full rewire: a new consumer unit and a few repairs can bring an installation up to standard. If the report finds the wiring unsafe, we explain what needs replacing and why.
What a rewire involves
Old cables are removed and new circuits installed to current regulations, with a new consumer unit, new sockets and switches, and testing and certification at the end. Work is done in stages, with first fix before plastering and second fix after, and we work to reduce disruption to the household.
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How long does wiring last?
Modern PVC cable lasts decades in good condition. Rubber-insulated cable from before the 1960s is past its life and should be replaced.
Do I have to move out for a rewire?
Not always. Many rewires are done in stages with the household in residence, though empty properties are quicker.
Will I get certification?
Yes. Every rewire is tested and an electrical installation certificate is issued.
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