Full & Partial Rewiresin Great Houghton& Surrounding Areas
A rewire done right means safe, reliable power for decades, sockets and lighting that line up exactly where you want them, and a team that keeps you updated at every stage so you always know what's happening in your own home.
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The service
What a rewireactually involves
A rewire means replacing the electrical cabling, consumer unit, sockets, switches and light fittings throughout a property so the whole system meets current standards. A full rewire covers every circuit in the house. A partial rewire deals with specific areas, such as a kitchen extension, a loft conversion, or a single floor that's been causing problems while the rest of the property is left untouched.
This work tends to suit owners of older properties with outdated wiring, buyers who've had a survey flag old or unsafe cabling, landlords bringing a rental up to standard, and anyone extending or renovating who needs new circuits tied into the existing system. It's also common after buying a period property where the wiring hasn't been touched in decades.
You'll typically need a rewire if your home still has round-pin sockets, fabric or rubber-insulated cabling, a fuse box rather than a modern consumer unit, frequent tripped circuits, scorch marks around sockets, or if an EICR inspection has come back with serious faults. Rewires are also worth planning in alongside bigger building works, since it's far easier to run new cable before walls and floors are finished.
Because a rewire touches every room and involves notifiable work, it genuinely needs to be handled by electricians who know what they're doing. Poor planning leads to cables in the wrong place, sockets that don't line up, needless mess, or wiring that technically works but doesn't meet the wiring regulations (BS 7671). Getting it right the first time avoids redecorating twice and keeps your home safe for the next 30-plus years.
Who it's for
- Owners of older properties with outdated or deteriorating wiring
- Buyers acting on a survey or EICR flagging unsafe electrics
- Landlords bringing a rental property up to a safe standard
- Anyone extending, converting a loft, or renovating extensively
When you need it
- Round-pin sockets, fuse wire, or fabric-insulated cable still in place
- Lights flickering, sockets feeling warm, or circuits tripping repeatedly
- A fuse box instead of a modern consumer unit with RCD protection
- An EICR has come back with C1 or C2 classifications
- Major building work is planned and cabling needs to be run before finishing
If it's left
Why rewiring getsput off, and shouldn't
Rewiring is disruptive and it's tempting to delay it. But old wiring doesn't improve with age, and the risks grow quietly in the background until something forces the issue, usually at an inconvenient time.
Fire risk from degraded insulation
Rubber and early PVC cable insulation becomes brittle over the decades. Once it cracks, live conductors can be exposed behind walls and under floors where you'd never spot it until it causes a fault or a fire.
Overloaded circuits
Houses built decades ago weren't designed for the number of appliances, chargers and electronics we now run. Old circuits forced to carry modern loads overheat at sockets, connections and the consumer unit itself.
No RCD protection
Older installations often lack residual current devices, which cut power in milliseconds if there's a fault to earth. Without one, a damaged cable or faulty appliance is far more likely to cause a serious shock.
Common mistakes we see
- ×Rewiring only the visible areas and leaving hidden, ageing cable in place
- ×Choosing the cheapest quote without checking the standard of the consumer unit or sockets used
- ×Not planning socket and switch positions properly before work starts, leaving an uneven, awkward layout
- ×Skipping proper testing and certification once the work is finished
- ×Rewiring around existing fittings instead of upgrading everything to a consistent standard
- ×Leaving decoration until after first fix without agreeing a clear plan, leading to patched walls and repeat redecorating
How it works
Our process
01
Inspection
We walk the whole property, check the existing installation, consumer unit, cable routes and any problem areas, and talk through what you want where sockets, switches and lighting end up.
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Diagnosis
We assess which circuits need replacing, whether a full or partial rewire makes sense, and identify any underlying issues like damp, damaged plaster or structural access that affect the plan.
03
Service Execution
First fix involves running new cable through walls, floors and ceilings and fitting back boxes exactly where agreed. Second fix follows once decorating is done, fitting sockets, switches, the consumer unit and light fittings.
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Testing & Verification
Every circuit is tested in line with BS 7671 wiring regulations, checking insulation resistance, earth continuity, RCD operation and polarity before anything is signed off as safe to use.
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Completion & Guarantee
You get a clear walkthrough of the new installation, full test results for the work carried out, and our guarantee on the job. We leave the property as tidy as we found it, mess cleared and dust kept to a minimum.
What you get
The benefits
Planned, not rushed
We work to a clear timeline agreed before we start, so a rewire moves through first fix, decoration and second fix without you waiting around guessing what happens next.
Built to current safety standards
Every circuit is installed and tested to BS 7671, with proper RCD protection and a modern consumer unit, closing off the fire and shock risks that come with ageing wiring.
Wiring that lasts
Quality cable, correctly sized circuits and proper fixings mean the new installation is built to serve the property reliably for decades, not just pass an inspection on day one.
Fewer costly surprises later
Replacing an entire system properly now avoids the repeat call-outs, patch repairs and piecemeal fixes that old, failing wiring tends to generate over time.
Dependable, qualified electricians
Every electrician on the job, from Tyler Doe down, is fully qualified, with Gold Card tradesmen and City & Guilds inspection and testing expertise on the team.
Peace of mind throughout
You're kept updated at every stage and checked that you're happy before, during and after, the way customers like Karen R. describe her own rewire experience, with sockets and lights evenly spaced and properly in line.
In detail
How we approachevery rewire
No two rewires are identical, every property has its own quirks, but the standards we work to and the care we take never change.
Cable and materials
Modern twin and earth cable is standard for most domestic circuits, sized correctly for the load each circuit carries, whether that's a lighting ring, a ring final for sockets, or a dedicated radial for a cooker or shower.
We use quality consumer units with RCBO or RCD protection split sensibly across circuits, so a fault in one area, like an outdoor socket, doesn't take down lighting elsewhere in the house.
Full vs partial rewires
A full rewire replaces every circuit, every accessory and the consumer unit, giving you a single consistent standard throughout the property. It's the right call when most of the existing wiring is old or when an EICR has flagged widespread issues.
A partial rewire targets specific circuits or areas, an extension, a kitchen, a single problem floor, while leaving sound existing wiring alone. It costs less and causes less disruption, but it only makes sense when the rest of the installation is genuinely in good condition.
Planning socket and light positions
Before any cable goes in, we walk through the layout with you, room by room, agreeing exactly where sockets, switches, downlights and pendants will sit. This avoids the common complaint of sockets that end up crooked, unevenly spaced, or in an impractical spot.
Getting this right at the planning stage, rather than improvising on-site, is one of the biggest factors in how a finished rewire looks and feels, and it's consistently one of the things customers mention they're pleased with.
Working around decoration and disruption
First fix work involves lifting floorboards, chasing walls and drilling through joists, so some disruption is unavoidable. We work methodically room by room where possible, and always leave the site tidy at the end of each day rather than leaving mess over a weekend.
Where you're decorating afterwards, we coordinate second fix timing so sockets and switches go in once walls are finished, avoiding patch marks and repeat work for your decorator.
Residential vs commercial rewires
Domestic rewires focus on comfort, safety and a clean finish, with layouts built around how a family actually uses each room. Commercial rewires bring in additional considerations: higher loads, emergency lighting circuits, three-phase supplies in some cases, and often the need to phase work around a business staying open.
Both are approached with the same rigour on testing, but commercial projects usually need more planning around access, working hours and minimising downtime for the business.
Notifiable work and paperwork
A full or partial rewire counts as notifiable electrical work, and it needs to be notified to building control. We'll explain how that works for your job before we start, so the right paperwork is in place for your records, a future sale, or your mortgage lender.
You'll be given the test results for the completed installation, giving you a clear record of exactly what's been done and to what standard.
Full & Partial Rewires: your questions
How much does a rewire cost in Northampton?
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Every rewire is priced per job once we've seen the property, as cost depends on size, access and how many circuits are involved. We'll give you a clear figure before any work begins, no vague estimates over the phone.
How long does a rewire take?
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It depends entirely on the size of the property and whether it's a full or partial rewire. We'll give you a clear timeline before work starts so you know exactly what to expect, rather than a guess that changes halfway through.
Will I be able to stay in the property during a rewire?
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Often yes, especially for partial rewires, though power will be off in areas being worked on at times. For full rewires in occupied homes we plan the work in stages to keep disruption manageable, and we'll talk through what to expect before starting.
Do you offer a guarantee on rewiring work?
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Yes, we guarantee our work. The length and scope depends on the job itself, and we'll explain exactly what's covered when we confirm the quote.
How long should a rewire last?
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A good quality rewire, properly installed and tested, should serve a property reliably for decades. Cable and consumer units don't wear out on a fixed schedule, but periodic checks such as an EICR help confirm everything's still in good order.
Can you rewire my house in an emergency?
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Full rewires are planned work rather than same-day jobs, but if you've got an urgent safety issue, call us on 07904 890325 and we'll talk through the best way to make things safe quickly, with a rewire planned in afterwards if needed.
Do you carry out rewires in Daventry and Rushden as well as Northampton?
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Yes, we cover Northampton, Daventry, Rushden and the wider Northamptonshire area, along with Bedfordshire, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire and Oxfordshire. Properties within 10 miles of Great Houghton (NN4) fall within our standard local call-out area.
What about building control for a rewire?
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Rewiring is notifiable electrical work, so it needs to be notified to building control. We'll explain how that works for your job before we start, so you're left with the right paperwork for your records, mortgage lender, or a future house sale.
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Where we work
Based in Great Houghton, we cover Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire and Oxfordshire, and we're best known in Northampton, Daventry and Rushden.
Ready to talkthrough your rewire?
Call Tyler and the team on 07904 890325, Monday to Sunday, 6am to 10pm, and we'll arrange a time to see the property and talk through what's needed.
Local call-out £120 including your first hour · £45/hour after · Open 7 days, 6am–10pm