Full rewire in Dartmouth
Prices Illustrative
Range £4,170–£8,230 · Devon avg £5,200
Full rewire in Dartmouth typically costs £5,705, with most jobs between £4,170 and £8,230, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 days on site; the next local slot is in 4 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
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Full rewire across Dartmouth and TQ6. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent full rewire jobs near Dartmouth
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Full rewire in Dartmouth: key facts
- Typical price £5,705
- Range £4,170–£8,230
- 4–6 days on site
- Next slot: 4 days
- 4 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Dartmouth
Prices Illustrative- Full rewire
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingswear | TQ6 9 | 0.3 mi |
| Stoke Fleming | TQ6 5 | 2.0 mi |
| Dittisham | TQ6 3 | 2.3 mi |
| Blackawton | TQ9 7 | 4.6 mi |
| Strete | TQ6 8 | 3.6 mi |
What Dartmouth customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for full rewire within 10 miles of Dartmouth, grouped in £500 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Dartmouth compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth | £5,705 | £4,170–£8,230 | 4 days |
| Brixham | £5,000 | £3,655–£7,210 | 5 days |
| Paignton | £4,910 | £3,590–£7,085 | 5 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 South Hams District Council building control.
Dartmouth local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | South Hams District Council handles building control for Dartmouth. | 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 Dartmouth customers say
18 reviews“Turned up when they said, full rewire done and tested in 4–6 days. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Church Lane, Dartmouth · Sep 2026
How much does full rewire cost in Dartmouth?
Full rewire in Dartmouth typically costs £5,705, with most jobs between £4,170 and £8,230, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 days on site; the next local slot is in 4 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does full rewire take in Dartmouth?
Usually 4–6 days on site. Larger homes or older wiring can add a day.
How soon can an electrician come out in Dartmouth?
The next available slot near TQ6 is in 4 days. 4 electricians cover Dartmouth.
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 Dartmouth 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.
What sort of homes do electricians work on in Dartmouth?
Around Dartmouth it's mostly listed houses on steep streets and many second homes. That affects full rewire prices: newer homes sit near £4,170, older or awkward ones nearer £8,230. The typical job here is £5,705 on our illustrative local prices.
Does living by the sea in Dartmouth 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.
Will an electrician come out to Kingswear and Stoke Fleming from Dartmouth?
Yes. Kingswear, Stoke Fleming, Dittisham, Blackawton, Strete all sit inside the usual Dartmouth patch, so most firms quote the same £5,705 typical price with no extra travel. Right out on the edges, a few add £20 to £30, so ask when you book.
Does Dartmouth's conservation area affect full rewire?
Mostly for things you can see from the street. Inside the house, normal electrical work is fine. Chargers, panels, satellite kit or lights on a front wall may need planning in Dartmouth's conservation area. South Hams District Council has the map online.
One electrician in Dartmouth says rewire, another says new board. Who's right?
Ask both for test results, not opinions. An EICR shows insulation readings and earthing for each circuit, which settles it. If the readings are good, a new board at around £580 is fine. If they're poor or the cable is rubber-covered, budget for a rewire nearer £5,200.
Will an electrician in Dartmouth fix the plaster afterwards?
Usually they fill the chases roughly, but not to a decorating finish. Most Dartmouth 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.
Does National Grid (South West) need to be involved in Dartmouth?
Sometimes. If the main fuse has to be pulled to work safely, the electrician either has a seal arrangement or books National Grid (South West) for Dartmouth. Allow a few weeks if an upgrade is needed.
Why is full rewire dearer in old stone houses in Dartmouth?
Thick walls, uneven floors and old lath ceilings take longer to work around, and there's often no space behind the plaster. Expect the top of the £4,170–£8,230 range in Dartmouth's older streets, and ask for a fixed price after a proper look.
How much does a rewire cost for a 3-bed house in Dartmouth?
A typical Dartmouth rewire costs £5,705, with most jobs between £4,170 and £8,230. 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.
Do I need a certificate for full rewire?
Yes. Most of this work is notifiable under Part P, so you should get a certificate and building-control notice for South Hams District Council.
- Brixham4.1 mi · £5,000
- Paignton5.9 mi · £4,910
- Totnes7.3 mi · £5,400
- Torquay8.0 mi · £5,155
- Kingsbridge9.9 mi · £5,190
- Fuse box replacementfrom £495
- Lighting installationfrom £65
- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £100
- Sockets & switchesfrom £65
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.