Full and partial house rewires for Bristol homes
Business Electrical carries out full and partial house rewires across Bristol, helping homeowners replace old wiring, upgrade consumer units and bring properties up to modern electrical standards.
Whether you’re renovating, buying an older property or dealing with unsafe electrics, we’ll assess your home, explain your options clearly and complete the work safely and professionally.
Safe Rewiring for Older Bristol Properties
Bristol has a large number of older homes, period terraces and previously altered properties where wiring may be decades old or no longer suitable for modern use.
Old electrical systems can struggle with today’s demands, including home offices, modern kitchens, EV chargers, smart devices, garden power and larger appliances.
A professional house rewire can improve:
- Electrical safety
- Reliability
- Socket and lighting layouts
- Consumer unit protection
- Energy use and practicality
- Future flexibility for renovations or upgrades
We’ll help you plan an electrical system that works for how you live now, not how the house was used 40 or 50 years ago.
Our House Rewire Process
1. Contact Us
Tell us about your property, your concerns and whether any renovation work is planned.
2. Site Visit and Quote
For most rewires, we’ll visit the property to assess the wiring, access, consumer unit and the work required before providing a clear quote.
3. Plan the Layout
We’ll discuss socket positions, lighting, kitchen requirements, home office needs, EV charging plans and future electrical upgrades.
4. Complete the Rewire
We carry out the work safely, efficiently and as tidily as possible, keeping disruption to a minimum.
5. Testing and Certification
Once complete, the installation is tested and certified, giving you the correct electrical documentation for your home.
Why Choose Business Electrical?
- Local Bristol electricians with 14+ years’ experience
- Full and partial house rewires
- Accredited, insured electrical contractors
- Clear advice before work begins
- Clean, tidy workmanship
- Strong Google reviews from local customers
- Experience with older Bristol properties
A house rewire is a major job, so we focus on proper planning, safe installation and clear communication from start to finish.
Full and Partial House Rewires
A full house rewire replaces the wiring throughout the property, usually including new circuits, sockets, switches, lighting points, earthing, bonding and a consumer unit upgrade where required.
A partial house rewire focuses on one area of the home, such as a kitchen, bathroom, loft conversion, extension or damaged circuit.
Not every property needs the same level of work. We’ll assess the condition of your existing electrics and recommend the most sensible option.
Get a Quote Today
If you’re concerned about old wiring, planning a renovation or want to bring your home’s electrics up to modern standards, we can help.
- Call: 0117 462 0478
- Email: enquiries@businesselectrical.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a House Rewire?
You may need a rewire if your home has:
- Frequently tripping circuits
- Flickering lights
- Old or damaged sockets
- Burning smells near switches or sockets
- Old rubber, fabric or outdated cabling
- No modern RCD protection
- Too few sockets for everyday use
- Electrical issues found during an EICR
- Planned renovation, extension or kitchen work
If you’re unsure, we can inspect your electrical installation and advise whether you need a full rewire, partial rewire or targeted remedial work.
How much does it cost to rewire a house in Bristol?
The cost depends on the size of the property, access, the number of sockets and lighting points, whether the home is occupied and whether a new consumer unit is required. We usually recommend a site visit before quoting.
How long does a house rewire take?
Timescales depend on the size and complexity of the property. A partial rewire may be quicker, while a full rewire in an older or occupied home can take longer. We’ll explain the likely timescale before work begins.
Can you rewire an occupied house?
Yes, in many cases we can work in an occupied property, although it needs careful planning. If the house is empty during renovation work, the rewire is usually easier and quicker to complete.
What is the difference between a full and partial rewire?
A full rewire replaces the electrical wiring throughout the home. A partial rewire focuses on one area, such as a kitchen, bathroom, extension or damaged circuit.
Do I need a new consumer unit with a rewire?
Often, yes. Many rewires include a consumer unit replacement because the existing fuse board may not be suitable for the upgraded electrical system.