Full rewire in Braunton
Prices Illustrative
Range £3,890–£7,680 · Devon avg £5,200
Full rewire in Braunton typically costs £5,325, with most jobs between £3,890 and £7,680, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 days on site; the next local slot is in 3 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
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Full rewire across Braunton and EX33. Fixed price after a free survey.
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Full rewire in Braunton: key facts
- Typical price £5,325
- Range £3,890–£7,680
- 4–6 days on site
- Next slot: 3 days
- 5 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Braunton
Prices Illustrative- Full rewire
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saunton | EX33 1 | 2.0 mi |
| Wrafton | EX33 5 | 0.7 mi |
| Knowle | EX33 7 | 1.3 mi |
| Heanton Punchardon | EX31 5 | 1.1 mi |
What Braunton customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for full rewire within 10 miles of Braunton, grouped in £500 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Braunton compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braunton | £5,325 | £3,890–£7,680 | 3 days |
| Woolacombe | £5,660 | £4,135–£8,165 | 5 days |
| Barnstaple | £5,130 | £3,750–£7,395 | 2 days |
| Devon average | £5,200 | £3,800–£7,500 | 4 days |
| UK average | £5,930 | £4,180–£9,000 | 6 days |
What happens on the day
- Day 1 08:00Arrive & survey
Walk-round, agree cable routes and protect floors.
- Day 1 09:00Isolate
Supply switched off; temporary power set up if needed.
- Day 1–2First fix
Cables, mounts and containment installed.
- Day 2–3Second fix
Fittings, panels or units connected.
- Final dayTest
Full tests to BS 7671; results recorded.
- HandoverCertificate
EIC issued, Part P notified to North Devon Council building control.
Braunton local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | North Devon Council handles building control for Braunton. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Older stone and render, many holiday lets. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Coastal: salt air shortens the life of outdoor fittings, so IP65+ is advised. | Met Office |
| Regulations | Fuse box, rewire and new circuits are notifiable under Part P. | GOV.UK |
What Braunton customers say
30 reviews“Turned up when they said, full rewire done and tested in 4–6 days. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Chapel Street, Braunton · Sep 2026
How much does full rewire cost in Braunton?
Full rewire in Braunton typically costs £5,325, with most jobs between £3,890 and £7,680, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 days on site; the next local slot is in 3 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does full rewire take in Braunton?
Usually 4–6 days on site. Larger homes or older wiring can add a day.
How soon can an electrician come out in Braunton?
The next available slot near EX33 is in 3 days. 5 electricians cover Braunton.
How do I know if my house needs a rewire?
Signs include black rubber or fabric-covered cable, round-pin sockets, no earth in light fittings, and sockets only in skirting boards. Many older Braunton properties (older stone and render, many holiday lets) have been partly updated, so an EICR first (around £190) tells you if a full rewire is really needed.
Will an electrician in Braunton fix the plaster afterwards?
Usually they fill the chases roughly, but not to a decorating finish. Most Braunton electricians work with a local plasterer, so ask if they can book one in. For spotlights or a few new sockets, filling is often enough; after a rewire, plan for a plasterer and redecorating.
Who signs off full rewire work in Braunton?
Your electrician, if they're on a scheme like NICEIC. They test the work, issue an Electrical Installation Certificate and notify North Devon Council building control. Hiring someone who isn't registered means paying the council to inspect it, which costs far more.
Does living by the sea in Braunton affect electrical work?
It can. Salt air corrodes outdoor sockets, lights and meter boxes faster, so ask for IP65 or better outside. Older properties and holiday lets here also tend to have damp in outbuildings, which an electrician will check during the job.
Do I need a full rewire in Braunton, or just a new fuse box?
Get an EICR first, around £190. It tests the cables themselves, so you'll know whether the old wiring is sound enough for a new board (about £580) or whether a rewire (about £5,200) is really needed. Plenty of Braunton homes only need the board.
How much does a rewire cost for a 3-bed house in Braunton?
A typical Braunton rewire costs £5,325, with most jobs between £3,890 and £7,680. Solid stone walls, thatch and listed buildings take longer and cost more. Get the price in writing with the number of sockets and lights included.
Can I live in the house during a rewire?
Yes, most people do. Expect dust, lifted floorboards and a few days without power in some rooms. Good electricians leave a working circuit for the fridge and a kettle each night. Allow 4–6 days, then plastering and decorating on top.
Water got into my sockets in Braunton. Is it safe to switch back on?
No, not until it's tested. Leave the main switch off and call an electrician. Wet sockets and cables can look fine and still leak current. Insurers usually want a written test result, so ask for an EICR or a written inspection afterwards.
Who looks after the cable into my house in Braunton?
National Grid (South West) owns the supply cable, the main fuse and the cutout in EX33. Your electrician can't touch those. If the cutout is cracked, scorched or old, they'll report it, and National Grid (South West) usually replaces it free.
Do you cover the villages round Braunton, like Saunton and Wrafton?
We do. The full rewire prices on this page already include jobs in Saunton, Wrafton, Knowle, Heanton Punchardon. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Braunton work, so the next slot (in 3 days) normally applies to you too.
Who do I call in a power cut in Braunton?
National Grid (South West) runs the network here. If the whole street is dark, call 105, it's free and they'll give you a time. If it's only your house, check your trip switches first, then call an electrician.
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- Barnstaple4.9 mi · £5,130
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- Fuse box replacementfrom £460
- Lighting installationfrom £60
- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £90
- Sockets & switchesfrom £60
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.