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Rewiring
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Electrical work is one area of home improvement where cutting corners is never worth it. From replacing a consumer unit and adding sockets to full rewires and EV charger installations, a competent electrician keeps your home safe and compliant with UK wiring regulations (BS 7671). HireTrades lets you find certified local electricians, read verified reviews and compare quotes side by side before anyone sets foot in your home.
In England and Wales, most significant electrical work in homes is "notifiable" under Part P of the Building Regulations, meaning it must either be certified by an electrician registered with a competent person scheme (NICEIC, NAPIT, ELECSA) or signed off by building control. Always ask which scheme your electrician belongs to and request an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) or Minor Works Certificate on completion. For older properties, an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is a sensible first step — landlords are legally required to have one every five years.
Electrician hourly rates typically sit between £45 and £90 depending on location. Replacing a consumer unit costs £400–£800, adding a double socket £80–£150, and an EICR for a three-bedroom house £150–£300. A full rewire of a three-bedroom property is a bigger undertaking at £3,500–£8,000 and usually takes 5–10 days. EV home charger installation, including OZEV-compliant units, usually costs £800–£1,200 fitted.
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