Rewiring a House: What to Expect and How to Prepare

If your home is more than 30 years old and hasn’t had a major electrical upgrade, it might be time to consider rewiring. At SOLV Electrical, we carry out full and partial house rewires across South Wales, helping you stay safe, compliant, and ready for modern life.

Here’s everything you need to know before rewiring your home.

⚠️ Why Would a Home Need Rewiring?

Over time, electrical wiring can degrade, become overloaded, or fall short of modern safety standards. Common signs your home might need a rewire include:

  • Flickering lights or frequent tripping

  • Outdated fuse box (no RCD protection)

  • Sockets on skirting boards

  • Rubber or fabric-insulated wiring

  • Burning smells or discoloured switches

Even if your home seems fine on the surface, hidden wiring issues could pose a fire or shock hazard.

🔍 How Do I Know If My House Needs Rewiring?

The best way to find out is through a professional EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report). This inspection identifies whether your wiring is safe—or needs urgent attention.

We recommend booking an EICR if:

  • Your property is 25+ years old

  • You’re buying or renovating a home

  • You’re planning major electrical work or adding new circuits

🔧 What Happens During a House Rewire?

A rewire is a big job—but it’s a valuable investment in your property’s future. Here’s what’s involved:

  1. Planning & Design

    • We assess your current setup

    • Plan new socket, switch, and lighting points

    • Discuss smart home or energy-saving options

  2. First Fix (Before Plastering or Decoration)

    • Old wiring is removed

    • New cables are chased into walls and floorboards

    • Backboxes for sockets and switches are installed

  3. Second Fix (Finishing Up)

    • Fittings, lights, sockets, and switches are connected

    • Final safety testing and certification provided

🧼 Will It Be Messy?

Rewiring is invasive work—walls and floors often need to be lifted or chased. But don’t worry, at SOLV Electrical we:

✅ Protect furniture and flooring
✅ Work cleanly and efficiently
✅ Communicate clearly so you always know what’s happening
✅ Can work with your builder or plasterer for smooth coordination

⏳ How Long Does a Rewire Take?

A full rewire for a 3-bed house typically takes 5–10 days, depending on the size and complexity of the job. We always aim to minimise disruption and keep the project on schedule.

⚡ Trust SOLV Electrical for Safe, Expert Rewiring

We’re trusted by homeowners across Cardiff, Newport, Pontyclun, and beyond for high-quality, regulation-compliant rewiring. Whether it's a full rewire or just a few updated circuits, we’ve got you covered.

📞 Book a Free Rewire Consultation

Think your house may need rewiring? Get in touch with SOLV Electrical today for expert advice, a site visit, and a no-obligation quote.

📱 07736 931976
🌐 www.solvelectrical.co.uk
📍 Covering South Wales: Cardiff, Pontyclun, Newport, Cowbridge & more