Full and partial rewiresin Cwmbran and South Wales,planned around your home
Replace tired, unsafe wiring with an installation built for how you live now: more sockets where you need them, modern protection and full certification, planned to keep disruption to a minimum.
NAPIT Approved · Part P registered · 12-month workmanship guarantee
Over 15 years
In the industry
NAPIT Approved Contractor
Reg. no. 63450
Part P Registered
Via NAPIT scheme
£2m Public Liability
Fully insured
12-Month Guarantee
On workmanship
Service overview
Full & Partial Rewires: what it is and when you need it
What a rewire involves
A rewire replaces the fixed wiring in a property: cables, sockets, switches, light fittings, and usually the consumer unit. A full rewire covers the whole property; a partial rewire replaces specific circuits or areas, such as a kitchen, an extension or a floor. The work typically takes place in two stages: first fix, where cables are run before plastering, and second fix, where accessories are fitted, connected and tested.
Who it is for
Owners of older homes with original or ageing wiring, people renovating or extending, landlords following EICR recommendations, and buyers who've purchased a property needing modernisation. Commercial premises being refitted also benefit from rewiring to suit new layouts.
When a rewire is needed
Signs include old rubber or fabric-insulated cable, a lack of earthing on lighting circuits, too few sockets with extension leads everywhere, frequent faults, or an EICR recommending replacement. Major renovations are also the ideal time, as walls and floors are already opened up.
Why professional work matters
A rewire is a large job and the result will be in your walls for decades. It needs to be designed correctly, installed tidily, and tested and certified to current regulations. Thomas plans the work with you, brings in trusted subcontractors when a larger project needs them, and remains your single point of contact throughout.
What happens if it's ignored
The risks of putting it off
Old wiring doesn't fail all at once. It degrades quietly until a fault, a failed inspection or a fire forces the issue.
Insulation breakdown
Older cable insulation can become brittle and crack, exposing conductors inside walls and under floors.
Missing earths
Some older lighting circuits have no earth, which matters when metal fittings are installed.
Overloaded circuits
Homes now use far more electrical equipment. Old circuits and too few sockets lead to overloading and adaptors.
Higher cost later
Rewiring after decorating means opening finished walls. Planning it with a renovation saves disruption and money.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Decorating or fitting a new kitchen before dealing with old wiring.
- Adding sockets onto old circuits instead of addressing the circuit itself.
- Under-planning socket and lighting positions, then needing changes later.
- Choosing on price alone without checking registration and certification.
Our process
How the job is done, step by step
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Survey and plan
A free site visit to understand the property and agree socket, switch and lighting positions.
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First fix
Old wiring is removed or made safe and new cables are run, usually before plastering.
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Second fix
Sockets, switches, light fittings and the consumer unit are connected.
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Testing and verification
Every circuit is tested to current regulations.
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Certification and guarantee
You receive full certification, backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
Benefits
What you get when it's done properly
Safe for decades
New cable and modern protection designed to current regulations.
Sockets where you need them
Plan positions around how you actually use each room.
Fewer faults
Replace the ageing wiring that causes recurring problems.
Ready for the future
Capacity for EV chargers, new appliances and home technology.
Adds confidence at sale
A certified rewire is a strong answer to buyers' questions.
One point of contact
Thomas manages the job from planning to sign-off.
In detail
Rewiring in detail: methods, scope and property types
Full versus partial rewires
A full rewire replaces all fixed wiring. A partial rewire focuses on particular circuits or areas, for example, rewiring a kitchen during a refit, an extension, or upstairs lighting. An EICR is a good way to establish which approach is needed.
Living in during a rewire
Many people stay at home during a rewire. Work can be organised room by room and power restored at the end of each day where possible. Expect some dust and lifted floorboards; the plan is agreed in advance so you know what's happening when.
Making good
Cables are chased into walls or routed under floors and through ceilings. Chases will need filling and plastering before decoration. What is and isn't included in making good is agreed at the quote stage.
Planning lighting and sockets
A rewire is the ideal time to add USB sockets, outdoor sockets, extra kitchen circuits, and cabling for future needs such as an EV charger. Thinking about this upfront avoids alterations later.
Commercial and larger projects
Commercial rewires often involve distribution boards, containment systems and phased working around business hours. For larger projects, Thomas brings in trusted subcontractors while remaining responsible for the job.
Keeping disruption to a minimum
Before work starts, you will know which rooms will be affected and when, so furniture can be moved and plans made. Floorboards are lifted and replaced carefully, work areas are kept tidy at the end of each day, and power is restored where it is safe to do so. Clear communication throughout means there are no surprises about what is happening in your home.
Typical signs your wiring is near the end of its life
Round-pin or brown bakelite sockets, cable with black rubber insulation, fuse boxes with rewireable fuses, light switches mounted on skirting boards and a lack of sockets in kitchens and bedrooms are all common signs. On their own, none of these means a rewire is certain, but together they suggest the installation should be inspected and tested to find out.
What a good rewire quote includes
A clear quote states the number and position of sockets, switches and lighting points, the consumer unit and protection to be fitted, whether smoke and heat alarms are included, how floors and walls will be left, and the testing and certification you'll receive. Agreeing this in writing up front prevents misunderstandings later and makes it easy to compare like with like.
Why VE Electrical
Full & Partial Rewires from the electrician who does the work
VE Electrical Services is owner-led. When you book full & partial rewires with us, the person who quotes the job is Thomas Villars: the same fully qualified, NAPIT-registered electrician who carries it out, tests it and signs it off. There is no hand-off between a salesperson and a fitter, and no call centre between you and the answers you need.
Thomas has over 15 years' experience in the industry and set up the business eight years ago in Cwmbran. The business is a NAPIT Approved Contractor (registration no. 63450), Part P registered, carries £2 million public liability insurance and is a TrustATrader member. Every job is backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
Quotes and site visits are always free. You get honest advice on what is needed, a clear price before work starts, and certification when the job is complete. For larger projects, trusted subcontractors are brought in, with Thomas remaining your single point of contact from start to finish.
FAQ
Full & Partial Rewires questions
How much does a rewire cost?
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It depends on the size of the property, the number of circuits and the scope of the work. The site visit and quote are free, and you'll get a clear written price.
How long does a rewire take?
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A partial rewire can take a day or two; a full house rewire takes longer depending on size and access. You'll receive a timeline with your quote.
Can I stay in the house?
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Usually, yes. Work can be organised to keep essential power available as much as possible.
Do I need a full rewire or a partial one?
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That depends on the condition of the existing wiring. An inspection gives you an honest answer.
Is plastering included?
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Making good is agreed at quote stage, so you know exactly what is included before work starts.
Will I get certification?
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Yes. All circuits are tested and certified to current regulations.
Is the work guaranteed?
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Yes. All work carries a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
Do you rewire properties in Cardiff and Bristol?
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Yes. VE Electrical covers Cwmbran, Newport, Cardiff, Pontypool, Abergavenny, Monmouth, Pontypridd, Bristol and surrounding areas.
Related services
Areas covered
Full & Partial Rewires from our Cwmbran base across South Wales and Bristol.
Plan your rewire with a free site visit
Get honest advice on the scope and a clear written quote. Quotes and site visits are always free.
NAPIT Approved Contractor no. 63450 · £2m public liability · 12-month workmanship guarantee