House Rewires in Birmingham for Homes, Landlords and Developers

Sam Ward Electrical carries out full and partial house rewires in Birmingham for homeowners, landlords and developers. A full rewire replaces the cables, sockets, switches, lighting points and usually the consumer unit; a typical three-bedroom house takes around five to ten working days. Every rewire is tested, certified and registered with building control.

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At a glance

Who
Homeowners, landlords, developers and commercial property owners
What
Full and partial rewires, consumer unit replacement, rewiring for renovations and extensions
Where
Birmingham, Kings Heath and the wider West Midlands
How long
Around five to ten working days for a typical three-bedroom house
Certification
Electrical Installation Certificate and Building Regulations compliance certificate via NAPIT
How to book
Call 07917 533653 or send an enquiry to arrange a survey

Does my house need a rewire?

Your house may need a rewire if it still has rubber, lead or fabric-covered cables, an old fuse box with rewireable fuses, no RCD protection, scorch marks around sockets, or circuits that keep tripping. Wiring that has not been checked for many years should be inspected. Our guide to the signs you need a rewire covers ten warning signs in detail.

The reliable way to find out is an EICR, which tests every circuit and tells you whether a full rewire, a partial rewire or just a few repairs are needed.

What happens during house rewires in Birmingham?

A house rewire happens in two main stages, first fix and second fix, with testing and certification at the end:

  1. Survey and quote. We inspect the property, test the existing installation and give you a clear written quote.
  2. Plan the layout. We agree socket, switch and lighting positions with you, which is the ideal time to add USB sockets, outdoor power or an EV charger circuit.
  3. First fix. We lift floorboards, chase cables into walls and run new circuits before any plastering.
  4. Second fix. Once walls are made good, we fit the sockets, switches, light fittings and a new consumer unit.
  5. Test, certify and notify. Every circuit is tested, you receive an Electrical Installation Certificate, and the work is registered with building control.
New consumer unit under the stairs, typical of house rewires in Birmingham
A consumer unit fitted under the stairs with the cables neatly run in trunking.

How long does a rewire take and can I stay at home?

A typical three-bedroom house takes around five to ten working days, depending on its size, access and whether other trades are working at the same time. Many people stay at home during house rewires in Birmingham, although there will be dust, noise and periods without power; we plan the work room by room and restore power at the end of each day where possible.

Do I need a full rewire or a partial rewire?

A full rewire is needed when most of the wiring is old or unsafe; a partial rewire is enough when only part of the installation, such as a kitchen or an extension, needs replacing.

Full rewire compared with a partial rewire
Full rewirePartial rewire
When it makes senseOld cable types throughout, repeated faults, major renovationOne area is old, damaged or being renovated
Typical scopeAll cables, accessories and usually the consumer unitSelected circuits, often a kitchen, extension or one floor
DisruptionWhole house, around five to ten working daysLimited to the affected rooms

Do you rewire for renovations, extensions and rentals?

Yes. We work with homeowners, builders and developers on refurbishments, extensions, loft conversions and kitchen renovations, and with landlords who need remedial work after an unsatisfactory EICR. Rewiring is notifiable under Approved Document P, and as a NAPIT registered contractor we register it for you. We also carry out commercial rewiring for offices, retail premises and warehouses.

Why choose Sam Ward Electrical?

  • NAPIT registered, membership 63406
  • TrustMark licensed, licence 3612738
  • More than 10 years in the electrical trade
  • Fully insured
  • Work tested and certified to BS 7671
  • Part P notification handled for you

For an honest quote for house rewires in Birmingham, call 07917 533653 or contact us online. Not sure whether you need one? Book an EICR first, or read when to replace a consumer unit.

House Rewire FAQs

How long does a full house rewire take?

A typical three-bedroom house takes around five to ten working days. The exact time depends on the size of the property, access to floors and ceilings, and whether we are working alongside other trades.

Can I stay in my home during a rewire?

Often you can, although there will be noise, dust and periods without power. We plan the work room by room so you can stay in the property where practical, and we agree the schedule with you before we start.

How much does a house rewire cost?

The cost depends on the size of the property, the number of sockets and lights, access, and whether a new consumer unit is needed. We survey the property and give you a clear written quote before any work begins.

Will a rewire damage my decoration?

Expect some plastering and redecoration, because cables are chased into walls and floorboards are lifted. We keep disruption as low as we can and agree with you beforehand who will make good the walls.

Will I get a certificate after my rewire?

Yes. Once the work is tested you receive an Electrical Installation Certificate. Because rewiring is notifiable under Part P, we also register it so you receive a Building Regulations compliance certificate.

Should I rewire before renovating?

Yes. Rewiring is best done before plastering and decorating, so first-fix cables can be run without damaging new finishes. Tell us your renovation plans early and we will fit around your other trades.

Guides to read first

MCS certified logo NAPIT registered logo TrustMark Government Endorsed Quality logo RECC (Renewable Energy Consumer Code) logo Consumer Protection Association logo

“Sam provided an excellent service from start to finish. He was professional, precise in his work, and genuinely friendly throughout the whole process. The job was completed to a very high standard, with great attention to detail. I wouldn’t hesitate to use him again and would happily recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable electrician.”

Jack Montgomery

Birmingham

“Sam recently upgraded my consumer unit and installed a MyEnergi Zappi charger, including some integration work with my existing solar setup and Shelly monitoring devices. From start to finish, he was professional, punctual, and really easy to work with. He took the time to explain what he was doing, worked neatly, and made sure everything was tested and tidied up properly before leaving. The installation looks great, everything functions exactly as it should, and his attention to detail was excellent throughout. I’m really pleased with the quality of the work and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Sam to anyone needing an EV charger or electrical upgrade done to a high standard.”

Matt Watkins

Birmingham

“Sam installed a new electric oven for us and did an amazing job. Sam is really friendly and professional, offered us a clear and detailed quote for the work, and completed the work in a really good turn around and to a high standard. Sam was punctual and really easy to communicate with and I highly recommend him!”

Maddy Davies

Birmingham

Need an electrician in Birmingham or the West Midlands? Call Sam Ward Electrical on 07917 533653 or send an enquiry online for a no-obligation quote.

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