⚡ House Rewiring Cost Calculator UK
Calculate the cost of rewiring your home based on property size and electrical requirements
How to Use the House Rewiring Cost Calculator
- Select Property Details: Choose your property type and number of bedrooms.
- Enter Floor Area: Input the total floor area of your property in square feet.
- Choose Wiring Type: Select the age/type of your current electrical wiring.
- Set Access Level: Choose how difficult it will be to access wiring routes.
- Select Location: Choose your location for regional pricing adjustments.
- Add Requirements: Select any additional electrical work needed.
- Calculate: Get your detailed rewiring cost estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
House rewiring costs in the UK typically range from £2,500-£6,000 for a 3-bedroom house, depending on size, access difficulty, and location. London prices are generally 20-30% higher than the national average.
A full house rewire typically takes 5-10 days for a 3-bedroom house, depending on complexity and access. Partial rewiring or specific circuits may take 1-3 days.
You don't necessarily need to move out, but expect significant disruption. Power will be off for periods, and there will be dust and noise. Many homeowners choose to stay elsewhere during the work.
A full rewire includes new cables, sockets, switches, light fittings, consumer unit, earth bonding, and electrical certification. It doesn't typically include decorating or making good walls.
Signs include: old rubber or fabric-covered cables, frequent fuse trips, scorch marks around sockets, no RCD protection, or wiring over 25-30 years old. Get an electrical inspection for certainty.