# How Much Does It Cost to Rewire a House in 2026?

> What a full or partial house rewire costs in the UK in 2026, by property size — plus the signs your home needs one.

Source: https://renomate.co.uk/blog/house-rewire-cost

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# How Much Does It Cost to Rewire a House in 2026?

6 May 2026 · 5 min read

What a full or partial house rewire costs in the UK in 2026, by property size — plus the signs your home needs one.

## Typical rewiring costs

**A full house rewire in 2026 typically costs £2,500–£6,000, depending on size and access.** As a rough guide: a 1–2 bedroom flat runs £2,300–£3,500; a 3-bedroom house £3,500–£5,000; and a 4-bedroom or larger property £5,000–£7,000+. A partial rewire costs less.

## What affects the price

Property size and the number of sockets and circuits matter most, then access (a furnished, occupied home is slower than an empty one), and whether you’re also upgrading the consumer unit (fuse board) or adding new circuits for an EV charger or electric shower.

## Signs your home needs rewiring

Old rubber, fabric or lead-sheathed cabling, a fuse board with rewireable fuses rather than breakers, frequent tripping, scorch marks or a burning smell, and too few sockets are all signs. Homes over 25–30 years old that have never been rewired are worth checking.

## Always use a certified electrician

Electrical work is regulated. Use an electrician registered with a competent-person scheme such as [NICEIC or NAPIT](https://renomate.co.uk/renovations/full-or-partial-rewiring) so the work is certified and notified to building control — vital for safety and when you sell.

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## Frequently asked questions

### How long does a rewire take?

A full rewire typically takes **3–10 days** depending on property size and whether it’s occupied. An empty house is quicker.

### Do I have to move out during a rewire?

Not necessarily, but it’s disruptive — power is off in areas being worked on, and floors and walls are lifted. Many people stay; some prefer to move out for a full rewire.

### Will I need to redecorate afterwards?

Usually some making-good is needed where cables are chased into walls. Agree upfront whether the electrician plasters and makes good, or leaves it ready for a decorator.

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