Depending on the size and layout of your property, a rewire typically takes between three and five days and for many homes costs roughly between £4000 and £6000. Although that may sound like a big scary job, good planning and clear communication makes the whole process much smoother than most homeowners would expect.
If you are considering a rewire Great Missenden, I’m sure you are wondering what the process actually involves. In most homes, a full rewire means replacing the old electrical wiring, installing new sockets, switches and lighting circuits, as well as upgrading the consumer unit if needed so your home meets current wiring regulations. It's also the ideal opportunity to make your electrics work for your lifestyle by adding extra sockets, improving lighting layouts or preparing for future additions such as solar panels or an EV charger.
Why might you need a rewire in Great Missenden?
There are plenty of reasons why homeowners decide it’s time for a rewire. Sometimes it’s because the wiring is old and no longer meets modern safety standards. However, most of the time, homeowners rewire due to renovating or extending their property, due to the work that is required for a rewire.
Years ago, homes didn’t need as many sockets as they do today. Now homes are full of televisions, computers, kitchen appliances, washing machines and even home offices. A rewire is the perfect opportunity to put sockets exactly where you need them!
We recently completed a rewire Great Missenden at a detached two bedroom bungalow on Aylesbury Road. During our first visit, the homeowners mentioned how they planned to have solar panels installed in the near future and how much they loved having the latest technology. This gave us the information we needed to decide the capacity of the consumer unit was future proofed for these upgrades.
One of the best decisions they made was booking the rewire while they were on holiday. With the house empty, we had unrestricted access to every room, allowing us to work much more efficiently and complete the rewire with minimal disruption. The project took four days from start to finish. The job was finished by the time the homeowners got home from their holiday, they were left with minimal damage to their property other than decorating the replastered walls.
What happens during a rewire?
Every property is different, but the process is generally the same. We begin by isolating the electrics before removing old wiring where required. The first stage is known as the first fix, where we install new cables throughout the property ready for the new sockets, switches and lighting. This is usually the messiest part of the job as cables often need to be run through walls, ceilings and floorboards. Once the first fix is complete, any chasing can be plastered over, and other trades can carry on with their work. We return for the second fix once kitchens are installed, decorating is done etc, we then fit the sockets, switches and light fittings, connecting everything up ready for use. Before we leave, every circuit is thoroughly tested to make sure it meets the latest UK wiring regulations, and we’ll issue the relevant certification once we’re happy everything is safe.
As we did at the Aylesbury Road bungalow, we’ll discuss any future plans for your home before any work begins. Meaning that we ensured there was spare capacity in the consumer unit for solar panels or other upgrades that can save both time and money later on.
A rewire not only improves electrical safety but also makes your home so much more suitable for modern living. Whether it's adding extra sockets, improving reliability or preparing for future technology, it’ll improve everyday life in your home.
Thinking about a rewire Great Missenden?
At Paradigm Electrical Solutions, we know that every home is different which is why we take the time to understand how you use your property before recommending any work. From planning additional sockets to future proofing your consumer unit, we’ll make sure your rewire is designed around you!
If you are considering a rewire Great Missenden, we’d be happy to talk through your plans, explain the process and provide honest advice with no obligation. Give Paradigm Electrical Solutions a call today on 01296 320556 or via our contact form.
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