Full rewire in Honiton
Prices Illustrative
Range £3,970–£7,835 · Devon avg £5,200
Full rewire in Honiton typically costs £5,435, with most jobs between £3,970 and £7,835, 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 Honiton and EX14. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent full rewire jobs near Honiton
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 Honiton: key facts
- Typical price £5,435
- Range £3,970–£7,835
- 4–6 days on site
- Next slot: 2 days
- 8 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Honiton
Prices Illustrative- Full rewire
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gittisham | EX14 2 | 2.3 mi |
| Awliscombe | EX14 8 | 1.8 mi |
| Dunkeswell | EX14 5 | 4.7 mi |
| Upottery | EX14 6 | 5.0 mi |
What Honiton customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for full rewire within 10 miles of Honiton, grouped in £500 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Honiton compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honiton | £5,435 | £3,970–£7,835 | 2 days |
| Ottery St Mary | £5,590 | £4,085–£8,065 | 4 days |
| Seaton | £5,385 | £3,935–£7,770 | 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 East Devon District Council building control.
Honiton local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | East Devon District Council handles building control for Honiton. | 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 Honiton customers say
22 reviews“Turned up when they said, full rewire done and tested in 4–6 days. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Victoria Road, Honiton · Sep 2026
How much does full rewire cost in Honiton?
Full rewire in Honiton typically costs £5,435, with most jobs between £3,970 and £7,835, 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 Honiton?
Usually 4–6 days on site. Larger homes or older wiring can add a day.
How soon can an electrician come out in Honiton?
The next available slot near EX14 is in 2 days. 8 electricians cover Honiton.
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 Honiton 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 Honiton prices for full rewire compare with Ottery St Mary?
Honiton typically comes in at £5,435 and Ottery St Mary at £5,590, 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.
Do I need a full rewire in Honiton, 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 Honiton homes only need the board.
How much does a rewire cost for a 3-bed house in Honiton?
A typical Honiton rewire costs £5,435, with most jobs between £3,970 and £7,835. 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 consent for full rewire in a listed building in Honiton?
If the work changes the building's character, yes, you need listed building consent from East Devon 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.
Which areas near Honiton do you cover for full rewire?
We list electricians working across Honiton and nearby spots like Gittisham and Awliscombe, covering EX14. Homes here are mostly Georgian high-street houses, cob cottages and modern estates. A typical job costs £5,435 on our illustrative local prices.
Who signs off full rewire work in Honiton?
Your electrician, if they're on a scheme like NICEIC. They test the work, issue an Electrical Installation Certificate and notify East Devon District Council building control. Hiring someone who isn't registered means paying the council to inspect it, which costs far more.
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.
What's different about electrics in farmhouses near Honiton?
Overhead supplies out in the country around Honiton 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 £7,835 for big properties.
Who looks after the cable into my house in Honiton?
National Grid (South West) owns the supply cable, the main fuse and the cutout in EX14. 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.
Who do I call in a power cut in Honiton?
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.
- Ottery St Mary5.2 mi · £5,590
- Seaton8.3 mi · £5,385
- Axminster8.4 mi · £5,055
- Sidmouth8.6 mi · £5,320
- Cullompton9.7 mi · £5,310
- Fuse box replacementfrom £470
- Lighting installationfrom £65
- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £95
- Sockets & switchesfrom £65
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.