Full rewire in Great Torrington
Prices Illustrative
Range £4,080–£8,050 · Devon avg £5,200
Full rewire in Great Torrington typically costs £5,580, with most jobs between £4,080 and £8,050, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 days on site; the next local slot is in 5 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
PD Electrical
Full rewire across Great Torrington and EX38. Fixed price after a free survey.
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Full rewire in Great Torrington: key facts
- Typical price £5,580
- Range £4,080–£8,050
- 4–6 days on site
- Next slot: 5 days
- 4 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Great Torrington
Prices Illustrative- Full rewire
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Monkleigh | EX39 8 | 2.7 mi |
| Little Torrington | EX38 4 | 1.5 mi |
| St Giles in the Wood | EX38 7 | 2.4 mi |
| Frithelstock | EX38 9 | 2.0 mi |
| Merton | EX20 5 | 4.8 mi |
| Langtree | EX38 9 | 3.6 mi |
What Great Torrington customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for full rewire within 10 miles of Great Torrington, grouped in £500 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Great Torrington compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Torrington | £5,580 | £4,080–£8,050 | 5 days |
| Bideford | £4,835 | £3,535–£6,975 | 6 days |
| Northam & Appledore | £5,705 | £4,165–£8,225 | 9 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 Torridge District Council building control.
Great Torrington local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | Torridge District Council handles building control for Great Torrington. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Market-town terraces and 1960s–90s estates. | 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 Great Torrington customers say
40 reviews“Turned up when they said, full rewire done and tested in 4–6 days. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Station Road, Great Torrington · Sep 2026
How much does full rewire cost in Great Torrington?
Full rewire in Great Torrington typically costs £5,580, with most jobs between £4,080 and £8,050, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 days on site; the next local slot is in 5 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does full rewire take in Great Torrington?
Usually 4–6 days on site. Larger homes or older wiring can add a day.
How soon can an electrician come out in Great Torrington?
The next available slot near EX38 is in 5 days. 4 electricians cover Great Torrington.
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 Great Torrington properties (market-town terraces and 1960s–90s estates) have been partly updated, so an EICR first (around £190) tells you if a full rewire is really needed.
One electrician in Great Torrington 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 come out to Monkleigh and Little Torrington from Great Torrington?
Yes. Monkleigh, Little Torrington, St Giles in the Wood, Frithelstock, Merton, Langtree all sit inside the usual Great Torrington patch, so most firms quote the same £5,580 typical price with no extra travel. Right out on the edges, a few add £20 to £30, so ask when you book.
Will an electrician in Great Torrington fix the plaster afterwards?
Usually they fill the chases roughly, but not to a decorating finish. Most Great Torrington 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.
How much does a rewire cost for a 3-bed house in Great Torrington?
A typical Great Torrington rewire costs £5,580, with most jobs between £4,080 and £8,050. 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.
Does National Grid (South West) need to be involved in Great Torrington?
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 Great Torrington. Allow a few weeks if an upgrade is needed.
What's different about electrics in farmhouses near Great Torrington?
Overhead supplies out in the country around Great Torrington often have their own earth rod (a TT system), so RCD protection and rod tests matter more. Old outbuildings, long cable runs and damp barns are the other usual issues. Allow a bit longer, and budget nearer £8,050 for big properties.
Is it safe to chase cables into cob walls around Great Torrington?
Only shallow, and with care. Cob is mud and straw, and deep chases weaken it and let damp in. Electricians who know old Devon houses around Great Torrington run cables in skirtings, under floors or in lime-plastered chases instead. Damp cob is also a common cause of earth faults.
Is full rewire cheaper in Great Torrington or Bideford?
Right now Great Torrington's typical price is £5,580, against £4,835 in Bideford and a Devon average of £5,200. Most firms cover both, so get quotes from either side. Travel adds a little for outlying villages, but rarely more than £20 to £30.
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.
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 Torridge District Council.
- Bideford5.3 mi · £4,835
- Northam & Appledore6.8 mi · £5,705
- Barnstaple9.6 mi · £5,130
- Braunton10.8 mi · £5,325
- Holsworthy13.4 mi · £5,095
- Fuse box replacementfrom £485
- Lighting installationfrom £65
- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £95
- Sockets & switchesfrom £65
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.