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Overview
Behind most walls and under the flooring, hidden electrical cables carry power to every room in your home. This system of cables doesn’t last forever and sometimes requires replacing or upgrading — that’s when a house rewire is needed. Most properties built before 2000 are running on wiring that’s approaching or past its recommended lifespan, and outdated cables can present a serious fire and shock risk that you’d never see until something goes wrong.
We recommend that all wiring systems more than 15 years old are checked on a regular basis by a trained professional. An inspection will identify any potential problems that might need repairing, as well as confirming whether a full or partial rewire is required. It’s usually recommended that rewiring is completed every 25 years — and if you’re planning any extensive refurbishment work, it’s cheaper and easier to have the rewire completed before work starts rather than when faults materialise later.
At CapitalVolt, our NICEIC-registered electricians carry out full and partial rewires across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Corstorphine, Cramond and Fife. We provide a fixed-price quote that won’t change unless you alter the specification, and we pride ourselves on delivering a first-class service every time.
What’s included
A complete rewire means every cable, connection and accessory is brought up to current standards — here’s what’s involved.
New electrical cables throughoutAll old wiring is replaced with modern twin-and-earth cable rated to current BS 7671 standards.
Consumer unit upgradeYour fuse board is replaced with a new dual-RCD consumer unit with full circuit protection.
Replacement switches & socketsAll existing switches and sockets are replaced with new accessories to your specification.
Lighting upgrades & additionsExisting lighting is reconnected and we can add new points or upgrade to LED at the same time.
Full circuit testing & certificationEvery circuit is tested to BS 7671 and you receive an Electrical Installation Certificate on completion.
NICEIC certification & complianceAs NICEIC-registered contractors, we certify the installation and handle all compliance paperwork on your behalf.
First-fix & second-fix phasesWe work around your renovation schedule — cabling first, then final connections once plastering is complete.
Partial rewire option availableIf only part of your installation needs replacing, we’ll give you an honest opinion and only rewire what’s necessary.
The cost to rewire a property depends on its size, the number of circuits and the specification you choose. We use a quick and efficient pricing strategy so we can give you a competitive fixed-price quote — what we quote is what you pay, and it won’t change unless you alter the spec.
Our process
A rewire is one of the bigger domestic electrical jobs — here’s exactly what to expect at each stage.
We visit the property to assess the existing wiring, count circuits, check the incoming supply and discuss your requirements. You’ll receive a detailed fixed-price quote with no obligation to proceed. If only a partial rewire is needed, we’ll tell you.
We run all new cables through the property, routing them through walls, floors and ceilings. If you’re renovating at the same time, we coordinate with your other trades so the first fix is completed before plastering begins.
Once plastering and decoration are complete, we return to fit all sockets, switches, light fittings and the new consumer unit. Every circuit is fully tested to BS 7671 and you receive your Electrical Installation Certificate on the day.
Common questions
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“Craig and his team were excellent. We needed a partial rewire, and they worked incredibly efficient and tidy while being transparent about the work being done. When they left, it was like they were never there. I can’t recommend them enough and will use them for any future electrical work.”
“I recently had heaters installed at my flat by CapitalVolt Ltd , and I couldn’t be more pleased with the service. From the initial consultation to the final installation, the team was professional, prompt, and efficient. They made sure everything was set up to my satisfaction and took the time to explain how the heaters worked. Very happy with their service.”
“Excellent service. Craig and his team are fantastic at what they do – communication is top drawer, their work has been gold standard and they’ve kept well within estimated time-frames. I wouldn’t use anyone else.”
