Full rewire in Exeter
Prices Illustrative
Range £3,700–£7,305 · Devon avg £5,200
Full rewire in Exeter typically costs £5,065, with most jobs between £3,700 and £7,305, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 days on site; the next local slot is in 2 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
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Full rewire across Exeter and EX1, EX2, EX3, EX4. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent full rewire jobs near Exeter
Full rewire for a terraced house, tested and certified same visit.
Oct 2026
Full rewire in a 1970s bungalow, including minor remedial work.
Aug 2026
Full rewire for a rented flat, landlord met on site.
Jun 2026
Full rewire in Exeter: key facts
- Typical price £5,065
- Range £3,700–£7,305
- 4–6 days on site
- Next slot: 2 days
- 48 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Exeter
Prices Illustrative- Full rewire
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heavitree | EX1 6 | 1.7 mi |
| St Thomas | EX4 8 | 0.5 mi |
| Pinhoe | EX4 7 | 2.9 mi |
| Alphington | EX2 6 | 1.3 mi |
| Pennsylvania | EX4 6 | 1.4 mi |
| Whipton | EX4 1 | 2.2 mi |
What Exeter customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for full rewire within 10 miles of Exeter, grouped in £500 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Exeter compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter | £5,065 | £3,700–£7,305 | 2 days |
| Topsham | £5,735 | £4,190–£8,275 | 7 days |
| Cranbrook | £4,910 | £3,585–£7,080 | 4 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 Exeter City Council building control.
Exeter local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | Exeter City Council handles building control for Exeter. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Mixed: Victorian terraces, post-war estates, new builds. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Inland: standard outdoor fittings are usually fine. | Met Office |
| Regulations | Fuse box, rewire and new circuits are notifiable under Part P. | GOV.UK |
What Exeter customers say
24 reviews“Turned up when they said, full rewire done and tested in 4–6 days. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Mill Lane, Exeter · Sep 2026
How much does full rewire cost in Exeter?
Full rewire in Exeter typically costs £5,065, with most jobs between £3,700 and £7,305, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 days on site; the next local slot is in 2 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does full rewire take in Exeter?
Usually 4–6 days on site. Larger homes or older wiring can add a day.
How soon can an electrician come out in Exeter?
The next available slot near EX1, EX2, EX3, EX4 is in 2 days. 48 electricians cover Exeter.
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 Exeter properties (mixed: victorian terraces, post-war estates, new builds) have been partly updated, so an EICR first (around £190) tells you if a full rewire is really needed.
Who signs off full rewire work in Exeter?
Your electrician, if they're on a scheme like NICEIC. They test the work, issue an Electrical Installation Certificate and notify Exeter City Council building control. Hiring someone who isn't registered means paying the council to inspect it, which costs far more.
What do electricians usually find in Victorian houses in Exeter?
Patchwork. Many of Exeter's terraces were rewired in the 1960s–80s, then added to. Common finds are no earth on lighting, old fuse boxes, sockets on overloaded spurs and flats sharing a supply. An EICR, around £190, shows what's really there before you spend more.
Do I need a full rewire in Exeter, 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 Exeter homes only need the board.
How do Exeter prices for full rewire compare with Topsham?
Exeter typically comes in at £5,065 and Topsham at £5,735, with Devon as a whole around £5,200. The gap is mostly down to property type and travel, so a quote from a firm in either town is worth having.
How much does a rewire cost for a 3-bed house in Exeter?
A typical Exeter rewire costs £5,065, with most jobs between £3,700 and £7,305. 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.
Water got into my sockets in Exeter. 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.
Which areas near Exeter do you cover for full rewire?
We list electricians working across Exeter and nearby spots like Heavitree and St Thomas, covering EX1, EX2, EX3, EX4. Homes here are mostly Victorian and Edwardian terraces, post-war estates and student lets. A typical job costs £5,065 on our illustrative local prices.
Do I need consent for full rewire in a listed building in Exeter?
If the work changes the building's character, yes, you need listed building consent from Exeter City Council. New cable routes through old plaster, visible kit on the front and roof panels are the usual triggers. Like-for-like repairs usually don't. Ask the conservation officer first; it's free.
When should I book checks on a student house near the University of Exeter?
June to August, between tenancies. Electricians in Exeter fill up fast before September move-ins. Book the EICR early so there's time to fix any C1 or C2 items within the 28 days the rules allow.
Who do I call in a power cut in Exeter?
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.
- Fuse box replacementfrom £440
- Lighting installationfrom £60
- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £90
- Sockets & switchesfrom £60
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.