How much does a full house rewire cost in 2026? Get an estimate based on property size, age, and number of floors. Includes new consumer unit, wiring, sockets, and lighting circuits to current BS 7671 standards.
Typical UK costs
£2,200–£13,000
Range across all configurations, before regional adjustment
Prices include a new consumer unit, all wiring, sockets, light fittings, and NICEIC/NAPIT certification. Pre-1960 properties cost more due to lath and plaster walls, old rubber cabling, and less accessible cable routes. First-fix only costs roughly 60% of the total. Excludes making good (plastering and decoration after chasing) - budget an additional 15-25% for redecoration.
Last updated: February 2026
Prices include a new consumer unit, all wiring, sockets, light fittings, and NICEIC/NAPIT certification. Pre-1960 properties cost more due to lath and plaster walls, old rubber cabling, and less accessible cable routes. First-fix only costs roughly 60% of the total. Excludes making good (plastering and decoration after chasing) - budget an additional 15-25% for redecoration.
Prices last updated: February 2026. Estimates are indicative and based on UK averages.