Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Inspect existing consumer unit, circuit condition and access routes

• isolate supply and work using PPE and safe isolation and test procedures

• remove old consumer unit and responsibly dispose of redundant wiring

• install new consumer unit with appropriate RCDs/RCBOs and reconfigure circuits

• run or replace wiring for required circuits (sockets, ring mains, cooker, shower, lighting) and fit new connections as agreed

• carry out full testing, issue electrical installation certificate and label circuits for future reference

Typical Cost

Time on Site

A consumer unit replacement typically takes 2–6 hours; a partial rewire is usually 1–3 days; a full house rewire 3–7 days. Time increases if access is difficult, walls need chasing or re-plastering, asbestos checks or removal are required, hidden faults are found, additional circuits are requested or parts are delayed

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you registered with NICEIC or NAPIT and covered by public liability insurance

• will the work include a new consumer unit with RCDs/RCBOs and where will it be sited

• do you provide an electrical installation certificate and handle building control notification if needed

• how will you protect floors, furniture and manage dust and plaster repairs

• who is responsible for isolating the incoming supply and arranging any supplier visits

• what is your expected start-to-finish schedule and how do you charge for unexpected extra work

How to Avoid Surprises

• check clear access to loft, meter and the consumer unit location

• arrange parking near the property and tell neighbours if scaffolding is likely

• ask about asbestos checks before any chasing into walls or loft spaces

• agree who arranges plastering and redecorating and allow time for drying

• confirm certification, test results and any building control notifications will be provided