House Rewiring Cost UK 2026
£3,900–£10,000
typical UK range
Updated
Checkatrade's June 2026 UK guide reports full-rewire ranges from £3,000-£4,800 for a one-bedroom flat to £7,500-£12,500 for a five-bedroom house. Property size, access, condition, fittings, location, and making good affect the quote.
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How much does each option cost?
| Type / scope | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom flatPublished UK range in Checkatrade's June 2026 guide | £3,000–£4,800 | Published UK range in Checkatrade's June 2026 guide |
| 2-bedroom flatPublished UK range in Checkatrade's June 2026 guide | £3,800–£5,800 | Published UK range in Checkatrade's June 2026 guide |
| 3-bedroom housePublished UK range in Checkatrade's June 2026 guide | £4,450–£8,000 | Published UK range in Checkatrade's June 2026 guide |
| 4-bedroom housePublished UK range in Checkatrade's June 2026 guide | £6,080–£9,380 | Published UK range in Checkatrade's June 2026 guide |
| 5-bedroom housePublished UK range in Checkatrade's June 2026 guide | £7,500–£12,500 | Published UK range in Checkatrade's June 2026 guide |
What would yours cost?
Those are the usual ranges. Tell us what's wrong and we'll tell you the price for your home.
What affects the price?
- Property size and layout — larger or more complex homes need more circuits, cable, fittings, and labour
- Age and condition — older or altered installations can require more investigation and remedial work
- Access — occupied rooms, solid floors, restricted lofts, and difficult cable routes add labour
- Fittings and specification — the number and type of sockets, switches, lights, and protective devices affect materials
- Making good — confirm whether plaster repair and decoration are included or priced separately
- Location — labour and access costs vary across the UK
What's included in the price?
- A survey of the existing installation and an agreed schedule of circuits and points
- New fixed wiring, accessories, and protective equipment stated in the quote
- Inspection, electrical testing, and the appropriate installation certificate
- Building Regulations notification where the chosen compliance route requires it
How long does it take?
The programme depends on the property size, access, whether it is occupied, and the amount of making good. Ask each electrician for a written sequence covering isolation, first fix, second fix, testing, and reinstatement.
Do I need one?
Age alone does not prove that a home needs rewiring. Repeated faults, heat damage, deteriorated cable insulation, missing earthing, or an unsatisfactory inspection can justify further investigation. An Electrical Installation Condition Report can establish the condition before major work is agreed.
How do you avoid overpaying?
- Compare written quotes against the same schedule of circuits, sockets, switches, lights, and finishes
- Confirm whether the consumer unit, certification, waste removal, and making good are included
- Plan socket, lighting, data, and future charging needs before work starts to avoid later changes
- Where practical, complete rewiring before decorating or moving into the property
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