If you’re wondering what happens during a Full rewire in Beverley, the process is usually completed in two stages; the first fix and the second fix.
During the first fix, all of the old wiring is removed, and new cables are installed throughout the property. Once any plastering or repairs have been completed, the second fix involves fitting sockets, switches, light fittings and the consumer unit before the entire installation is thoroughly tested and certified. Although a full rewire in Beverley can be disruptive, it's the best way to ensure your home’s electrics are safe, reliable and ready for modern living.
Why might you need a full rewire in Beverley?
Many homes in Beverley have ageing electrical wiring that may no longer be suitable for modern day electrical demands. Signs that you need a full rewire in Beverley include frequent tripping, old rubber or fabric-insulated cables, outdated fuse boards.
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) may also have been carried out highlighting significant issues.If you are buying an older property, it's always worth having an EICR carried out before you complete the purchase. It can identify any major electrical work that may be needed, allowing you to budget accordingly & to fix the issues before you start decorating.
If you’re unsure if you need a full rewire, contact us at Electrician Beverley. We’ll be happy to advise you.
What happens during the rewire?
A full rewire in Beverly is completed in two stages, the first fix and second fix. During the first fix, all the existing wiring is removed, and new cables are installed throughout the entire property including garages and loft areas
This is the stage where floorboards will be lifted, loft spaces accessed and channels chased into walls so the new cables can be hidden neatly. A new consumer unit will also be prepared ready for connection. The first fix is definitely the messiest part of the job.
Once any plastering or repair work has been completed, the second fix begins. This is when sockets, switches, light fittings and the new consumer unit are fitted and connected. Every circuit is then thoroughly tested to make sure everything is working safely and complies with the latest UK wiring regulations. Once all the testing has been completed successfully, the power is fully restored, the installation is certified and your new electrical system is ready to use.
Depending on the size and layout of the property, a full rewire in Beverley will typically take between 5 and 10 days to complete, although every home is different!
Living at home during a rewire
One of the questions we’re asked the most is whether you can stay in your home during a rewire. While we appreciate it is not always possible to move out for the duration of the work being completed, we would recommend staying elsewhere if you can, for your sake as much as ours.
A full house rewire is carried out in every single room of the house so we’ll need access throughout the property from start to finish. Despite our best efforts to keep everything clean and tidy, the house can be quite dusty while the work is being carried out. Also, your electricity will need to be switched off for several hours at a time while we carry out the work safely.
If staying elsewhere isn’t an option, don’t panic. We regularly complete lived in rewires and will work with you to keep disruption to a minimum. We’ll always explain what’s happening each day and do everything we can to make the experience as manageable as possible.
One common concern is the fridge and freezer being switched off for multiple hours a day. Before your rewire begins, it’s a good idea to avoid doing a big food shop and try and use up most of your fridge/freezer as possible. If you keep the doors closed, a modern fridge should stay cold for around 4 hours and a freezer for 24-48 hours, however I would avoid having lots of meat in the freezer, just in case!
Full rewire in Beverley
We recently completed a full rewire in Beverley for a two up two down house on Beaver Road, that had been extended over the years. The owners were a young couple who moved in two years ago as their first home. Since then, they had decorated the living room and both bedrooms which meant some repair work and redecorating was needed once the electrical work was completed.
Although the couple stayed at home during the work, they made everything much easier by moving many of their belongings into the large shed at the bottom of their garden before we arrived. They also organised for their dog to stay elsewhere while the work was being completed. With the dust, noise, open floorboards and constant movement of tradespeople around the house, it was the best option to keep him safe.
With fewer obstacles to work around, we were able to complete the rewire in just five days. The couple told us they were delighted to know their home was now safe and looking back they wish they had arranged an EICR before they moved in.
Contact us today
If you are considering a full rewire in Beverley or would like some advice on whether your home needs one, Electrician Beverley is here to help. Get in touch today to discuss your full rewire in Beverley and arrange a free no obligation quotation.
