Full rewire in Holsworthy
Prices Illustrative
Range £3,720–£7,345 · Devon avg £5,200
Full rewire in Holsworthy typically costs £5,095, with most jobs between £3,720 and £7,345, 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 Holsworthy and EX22. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent full rewire jobs near Holsworthy
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 Holsworthy: key facts
- Typical price £5,095
- Range £3,720–£7,345
- 4–6 days on site
- Next slot: 2 days
- 4 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Holsworthy
Prices Illustrative- Full rewire
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bradworthy | EX22 3 | 6.4 mi |
| Pyworthy | EX22 6 | 1.9 mi |
| Sutcombe | EX22 6 | 4.7 mi |
| Milton Damerel | EX22 7 | 5.0 mi |
| Holsworthy Beacon | EX22 2 | 2.8 mi |
What Holsworthy customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for full rewire within 10 miles of Holsworthy, grouped in £500 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Holsworthy compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holsworthy | £5,095 | £3,720–£7,345 | 2 days |
| Great Torrington | £5,580 | £4,080–£8,050 | 7 days |
| Bideford | £4,835 | £3,535–£6,975 | 6 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.
Holsworthy local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | Torridge District Council handles building control for Holsworthy. | 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 Holsworthy customers say
29 reviews“Turned up when they said, full rewire done and tested in 4–6 days. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Victoria Road, Holsworthy · Sep 2026
How much does full rewire cost in Holsworthy?
Full rewire in Holsworthy typically costs £5,095, with most jobs between £3,720 and £7,345, 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 Holsworthy?
Usually 4–6 days on site. Larger homes or older wiring can add a day.
How soon can an electrician come out in Holsworthy?
The next available slot near EX22 is in 2 days. 4 electricians cover Holsworthy.
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 Holsworthy 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.
How do Holsworthy prices for full rewire compare with Great Torrington?
Holsworthy typically comes in at £5,095 and Great Torrington at £5,580, 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.
What's different about electrics in farmhouses near Holsworthy?
Overhead supplies out in the country around Holsworthy 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 £7,345 for big properties.
Who signs off full rewire work in Holsworthy?
Your electrician, if they're on a scheme like NICEIC. They test the work, issue an Electrical Installation Certificate and notify Torridge District Council building control. Hiring someone who isn't registered means paying the council to inspect it, which costs far more.
Is it safe to chase cables into cob walls around Holsworthy?
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 Holsworthy run cables in skirtings, under floors or in lime-plastered chases instead. Damp cob is also a common cause of earth faults.
How much does a rewire cost for a 3-bed house in Holsworthy?
A typical Holsworthy rewire costs £5,095, with most jobs between £3,720 and £7,345. 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.
Which areas near Holsworthy do you cover for full rewire?
We list electricians working across Holsworthy and nearby spots like Bradworthy and Pyworthy, covering EX22. Homes here are mostly market-town terraces and remote farmhouses. A typical job costs £5,095 on our illustrative local prices.
Do you cover the villages round Holsworthy, like Bradworthy and Pyworthy?
We do. The full rewire prices on this page already include jobs in Bradworthy, Pyworthy, Sutcombe, Milton Damerel, Holsworthy Beacon. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Holsworthy work, so the next slot (in 2 days) normally applies to you too.
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 consent for full rewire in a listed building in Holsworthy?
If the work changes the building's character, yes, you need listed building consent from Torridge District 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.
Who do I call in a power cut in Holsworthy?
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.
- Great Torrington13.4 mi · £5,580
- Bideford15.6 mi · £4,835
- Okehampton16.1 mi · £5,230
- Northam & Appledore16.9 mi · £5,705
- Tavistock20.2 mi · £4,940
- 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.