Rewires & New Build - What we do

For complete new rewires we will:

• Provide a free estimate
• Design the electrical circuits
• Install new wiring and accessories
• Carry out any plastering work that is required
• Test and certificate the new installation with a Certificate as appropriate.

Optional Extras
When carrying out a rewire we can also provide computer data cabling, Phone points, Emergency lights, TV Aerial points, Intruder Alarm, Door Entry Systems and underfloor heating.

"All work is carried out to the highest standard with minimum disturbance". With our experience we will gladly advise what products best suit your budget and your needs.

Other things to take into consideration when pricing your rewire, is the house occupied, is it furnished, what type of sockets and switches do you require (plastic, brass,)is there an electric shower or electric oven/cooker, what type of lights etc etc...

All properties whether domestic or commercial are required to meet legal safety standards. This is seen to be satisfied when there is compliance with BS7671.

Where an electrical installation fails to meet the minimum safety requirements of BS7671 serious consideration should be given to replace the old wiring and accessories such as switches, light points and power outlets etc...with NEW

Decision to rewire
The best way to determine the current state of an installation is to have a Periodic Inspection Report. This type of report is often carried out prior to a rewire where there is uncertainty or concern over the condition of the installation.

Part & Full Rewires Specialists

Our electricians have many years experience in rewiring existing properties. We offer free quotations for work ranging from a full rewire to a selection of small alterations & repairs.

We will be happy to discuss your requirements & advise on the work requested.

Accreditation's

To comply with the Building Regulations Part P most electrical installation work in domestic dwelling must be carried out by a Company who are registered with a Part P self certification scheme.

All domestic installation work (with some minor exceptions) has to be tested & inspected & the client issued with suitable certification. The work also has to be registered with the Local Building Control Body through the Domestic Installer Scheme.

Full And Part Rewires

Electrical rewiring involves the replacement of old, dangerous or non-compliant electrical equipment, eg; cables, fittings, distribution boards, etc.

This work can vary from a full rewire replacing all cables, fittings, distribution equipment, etc with the cables chased into the walls & completely hidden to a surface rewire where the cables are hidden in mini trunking fitted onto the surface of the walls.

A part rewire may be the replacement of a section of the installation or just the updating of the fuseboxes, fittings or cables to upgrade an installation to the current regulations.

Fuse Board Upgrades

We can provide a free quotation to replace existing rewireable fuseboards with Consumer Units containing Minature Circuit Breakers (MCBs) & Residual Current Devices (RCDs). These consumer units have built-in 30mA protection for the use of electrical equipment outdoors & easily re-set circuit breakers giving safe & accurate protection of circuits.

We also upgrade main & supplementary equipotential bonding to BS7671 standards.

Miniature Circuit Breakers

MCBs are mechanical switches that incorporate thermal & magnetic short circuit protection giving accurate & fast disconnection in the case of a fault.

Unlike fuse wires they can be reset without the need of tools.

Residual Current Devices

RCDs are earth fault safety trips that monitor the whole installation or individual circuit for earth leakage currents.

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There are few aspects of modern life that do not depend, to some extent, on electricity. Available at the flick of a switch, it is a commodity we use every day for heating, lighting, and to power all those many appliances that make our lives easier and more enjoyable. It only takes a power cut or blown fuse to bring home just how reliant we are upon it.

In the 21st century, electricity has become such a basic part of our lives that most of us give little thought to how it works. This lack of knowledge is all the more surprising when we consider that, for all its usefulness, electricity can be lethal.

Because of this, electrical installations are subject to strict regulations and safety standards, and those working in the trade are required to demonstrate high levels of competence in order to qualify as electricians and register under government approved schemes.

At the start of 2005, legislation came into force making it illegal for people to carry out major electrical jobs around the house if they do not possess the appropriate qualifications. Figures show that 10 people die and 750 more are seriously injured each year in the UK as a result of DIY electrical work.

Electricity is a great servant to the modern world, but it can also be a killer. Treat it with respect at all times!

Under the new rules, amateur electricians are still allowed to undertake some minor electrical jobs in the home, although, in the interests of safety, it is always advisable to check first with a qualified electrician.

Certainly, before attempting to work on any electrical appliance or installation, it is very important that you possess at least a basic knowledge of the principles of electricity. The consequences could be very serious if you do not!

This section of the website will introduce you to some of the fundamental concepts and terminology involved, and help you to gain an understanding of how electricity works.