Full rewire in Salcombe
Prices Illustrative
Range £3,905–£7,710 · Devon avg £5,200
Full rewire in Salcombe typically costs £5,345, with most jobs between £3,905 and £7,710, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 days on site; the next local slot is tomorrow. Prices include testing and certificate.
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Full rewire across Salcombe and TQ8. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent full rewire jobs near Salcombe
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 Salcombe: key facts
- Typical price £5,345
- Range £3,905–£7,710
- 4–6 days on site
- Next slot: tomorrow
- 3 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Salcombe
Prices Illustrative- Full rewire
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Malborough | TQ7 2 | 2.0 mi |
| Hope Cove | TQ7 1 | 3.9 mi |
| East Portlemouth | TQ8 8 | 0.5 mi |
| Bolberry | TQ7 7 | 3.1 mi |
What Salcombe customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for full rewire within 10 miles of Salcombe, grouped in £500 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Salcombe compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salcombe | £5,345 | £3,905–£7,710 | Tomorrow |
| Kingsbridge | £5,190 | £3,790–£7,485 | 10 days |
| Dartmouth | £5,705 | £4,170–£8,230 | 2 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.
Salcombe local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | South Hams District Council handles building control for Salcombe. | 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 Salcombe customers say
32 reviews“Turned up when they said, full rewire done and tested in 4–6 days. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Chapel Street, Salcombe · Sep 2026
How much does full rewire cost in Salcombe?
Full rewire in Salcombe typically costs £5,345, with most jobs between £3,905 and £7,710, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 days on site; the next local slot is tomorrow. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does full rewire take in Salcombe?
Usually 4–6 days on site. Larger homes or older wiring can add a day.
How soon can an electrician come out in Salcombe?
The next available slot near TQ8 is tomorrow. 3 electricians cover Salcombe.
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 Salcombe 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.
Does National Grid (South West) need to be involved in Salcombe?
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 Salcombe. Allow a few weeks if an upgrade is needed.
How much does a rewire cost for a 3-bed house in Salcombe?
A typical Salcombe rewire costs £5,345, with most jobs between £3,905 and £7,710. 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 South Hams District Council need to know about my full rewire?
Usually, yes. This is notifiable work under Part P, so it has to be registered with building control. A registered electrician does it for you at no extra cost, and you get the certificate within 30 days. Without it, you can hit problems when you sell your Salcombe home.
Will an electrician come out to Malborough and Hope Cove from Salcombe?
Yes. Malborough, Hope Cove, East Portlemouth, Bolberry all sit inside the usual Salcombe patch, so most firms quote the same £5,345 typical price with no extra travel. Right out on the edges, a few add £20 to £30, so ask when you book.
Does living by the sea in Salcombe 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.
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.
One electrician in Salcombe 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.
Does Salcombe'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 Salcombe's conservation area. South Hams District Council has the map online.
Is full rewire cheaper in Salcombe or Kingsbridge?
Right now Salcombe's typical price is £5,345, against £5,190 in Kingsbridge 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.
Who do I call in a power cut in Salcombe?
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.
- Kingsbridge3.1 mi · £5,190
- Dartmouth11.4 mi · £5,705
- Ivybridge12.4 mi · £5,420
- Totnes13.8 mi · £5,400
- Brixham15.5 mi · £5,000
- Fuse box replacementfrom £465
- Lighting installationfrom £60
- Smoke & heat alarmsfrom £95
- Sockets & switchesfrom £60
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.