When was the last time you rewired your home? If you cannot remember, you probably need to look into getting it done.
But why is rewiring vital? It is because old or malfunctioning electrics can be a fire threat and might lead to electrocution. We’ve collected 4 times when it might be worth rewiring your home.
1. If you are getting ready for significant remodelling work
If you are doing any significant work that Building Regulations would classify as material alteration, you will most likely need to have to have a partial or total rewire.
You will likewise have to think about updating your consumer unit, aka fuse box, to make sure it’s not dangerous and can deal with the new wiring.
2. If your existing wiring is over 30 years old
If your house hasn’t been rewired in over 30 years, it will proabably need at least some rewiring. Requirements have moved on a lot in that time, and your existing wiring may be hazardous.
Older electrical wiring has to work a lot harder to keep up with the requirements of modern-day life. Think about all the home appliances we have now compared with 30 years ago.
3. Rewiring is required for conversions and extensions
If you decide to convert your garage or loft or extend your property, all the new wiring will need to abide by Part P regulations. But you may need to have all your existing electrical circuits updated too. This is because the new wiring in the additional rooms will put extra pressure on your other curcuits and they need to be able to cope.
4. If the government changes regulations
When you are extending or remodelling, the rest of your current wiring does not automatically need changing. However, the exception is where Building Regulations specify that updating is needed by the power specifications they detail. This means that if you require new heating controls and your current wiring can’t handle it, you’ll need to replace it.
How much is rewiring?
Rewiring is a big task and can be expensive. However, in many cases it needs to be done. The typical price for a kitchen extension rewire is around £1,000 to £1,500. Rewiring a whole three-bedroom semi-detached house will probably cost around £3,200. Prices will vary depending on where you live and who you hire, so make sure you get quotes from lots of different electricians.
Due to the fact that rewiring is a significant task, you should make sure you hire an electrician you trust. Fill in our online form and we’ll put you in touch with up to 4 local electricians who’ll be able to help.