If your Bracknell home needs a rewire, or you think it might be, you will likely have a head full of questions.
You’ll want to know more about the rewiring process, whether rewiring is really necessary, and you’ll probably be wondering just how messy is it going to get? To help put your mind at ease, our experienced rewire specialist electricians at Thames Valley Electricians in Bracknell have put together this list of the most common rewire questions – along with their answers.
What is a rewire?
Let’s start with an answer to a simple rewire question, and one of the most commonly asked. A rewire is the total removal and replacement of the electrical wiring, circuitry and hardware in your Bracknell home. During a rewire your electrician will refresh your entire electrical installation in every room in your home. They will install new light fixtures, sockets, switches and a fuse board along with reinstalling any hardwired electrical equipment such as extractor fans and kitchen equipment.
When does a house need a rewire?
This is another common rewire question. There are several reasons why you may need to rewire your Bracknell home. The most common being the age and condition of your current electrical installation. Like any other part of your home, your wiring will degrade with time and use. The average lifespan of electrical wiring is around 25 years. Signs that your wiring is degrading include flickering lights, unresponsive sockets, buzzing sounds, the appearance of green goo leaking from sockets and strange smells. If you notice any of these symptoms you should call in your local electrician to assess the situation and ensure your safety.
Do I need an electrician for a rewire?
A common rewire question is whether a qualified electrician is needed or if a homeowner can undertake the work themselves. If your Bracknell home needs rewiring, you must use a reputable electrician to carry out the work. A rewire is the largest electrical project you can undertake and it is essential both for your safety and to meet legal requirements that a qualified, registered electrician completes the job.
How long does a rewire take?
The answer to this rewire question is dependent on a number of factors. The size of your home, complexity of circuitry and number of electricians on your rewire team will all have a bearing. Here at Thames Valley Electricians in Bracknell we aim to complete a rewire in 3 days for an average size home. We will be able to give you a more accurate timeframe once we have assessed your property.
What happens during a rewire?
To give you an answer to this common rewire question we’ll tell you about our standard rewire process and how the work progresses. On our first day on site at your Bracknell home we will mark out the positions for new sockets and switches, lift floorboards to begin laying cable and chase out the walls for the new cabling. We use a dust extractor during this time and will dust sheet the space we are working in. On day two we install the new cabling and hardware and change your fuse board. Next the plasterer will come in to repair the walls. After this, on day three, we add switches and faceplates and test your new circuitry. Then it is time for a tidy up before we leave your newly rewired home.
How disruptive is a rewire?
This common rewire question is often asked with a grimace. There is no getting around it, rewiring your Bracknell home is a messy, noisy and disruptive process. Your furniture will need to be moved, floorboards lifted, and walls chased out for cabling. Your home will look very different whilst we are working. That said we work incredibly efficiently, and we aim to keep the disruption – and mess - to a minimum. We use a well honed rewire process that allows us to work quickly and create minimal mess. We tidy up as we go, and if we do say so ourselves, we’re a friendly, happy bunch to have in your home!
Can I stay at home during a rewire?
This is a question that we are often asked about rewiring. The answer is yes, you can stay in your Bracknell home whilst it is being rewired but you may prefer not to. Most people will chose to relocate for a few days whilst the rewiring work is carried out. As we have previously mentioned, rewiring is a disruptive process that encompasses your entire home. If you choose to remain on site, some areas will be out of bounds for your safety, the power will need to be off for extended periods and we will need unimpeded access to every area whilst we work. If you would prefer to stay at home, we can discuss this process and will work around you as much as possible.
Rewire Specialist in Bracknell
We hope that reading through these common rewire questions has helped make the idea of rewiring your home a little less daunting. If you have any further rewire questions, our experienced electricians will be happy to speak to you. We are your local, fully qualified and NICEIC registered rewire electricians in Bracknell. Contact our friendly team today.
