UK Rewire cost?

[driverman]

Hi guys, I'm a retired electrician and been out of the game for many years.
A friend of mine is in the process of buying a 1980's property.
What would be a typical average rewire cost be of a 2 bedroom bungalow?
I know it all depends on what the customers requirements are etc.
I've told my friend that as property built in the 80's, I doubt that it would require a full rewire.
When were light circuits generally wired using PVC cables but without an earth wire?
Many thanks

 

[Midwest]

1980's bungalow not 60's
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understand,,, possibly send a private message

If you have a look at my link in #7. I would seriously question the build date of this property. Alarm bells are starting to ring. Can you check Land Registry for this property.
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Suck your teeth ball park figure , full and comprehensive re-wire with no making good....
allow £4K and hope for the best

You got the job, I said 5k.

 

[driverman]

If its for a friend just do day rate and materials at cost
This method has always served me well for 'mates'.
Give them a rough idea of how long you think it will take you and roughly cost up the materials for them.
they could even do lots of the donkey work like chasing sockets and switches that will save them money and save you time.
the danger of giving them a 'price' is in my experience they will barter you down on the basis its a mate.
your day rate is a fixed fee

Thanks for reply. Yes. he's a mate of mine. I'm a retired sparky, but I'm not going doing the work. He just called me for advice, guidance really. Due to his health, he is unable to carry out any physical work.
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If you have a look at my link in #7. I would seriously question the build date of this property. Alarm bells are starting to ring. Can you check Land Registry for this property.
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You got the job, I said 5k.

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Thanks for reply. Yes. he's a mate of mine. I'm a retired sparky, but I'm not going doing the work. He just called me for advice, guidance really. Due to his health, he is unable to carry out any physical work.
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hi, to clarify, The property was built 1980's. My OP, I was enquiring when were lights wired without an earth wire. I now informed possibly 60's early 70's

 

[Midwest]

Thanks for reply. Yes. he's a mate of mine. I'm a retired sparky, but I'm not going doing the work. He just called me for advice, guidance really. Due to his health, he is unable to carry out any physical work.
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hi, to clarify, The property was built 1980's. My OP, I was enquiring when were lights wired without an earth wire. I now informed possibly 60's early 70's

Argh so this particular house does have cpc’s, your just going forewarned?

If your vendor has anything about them, they’ll not fall for your bluff on the property need a rewire or partial rewire. I just sold a 1980’s property (it had new CU). If my buyer said it needed a rewire, I would of said you need to rethink.

Why do you think the property needs a rewire. What have you seen, to think this?

PS Sorry that sounds a bit aggressive, but you see what I mean.

 

[Risteard]

If its for a friend just do day rate and materials at cost

The problem with selling materials at "cost" is that you will actually be making a loss on them.

 

[driverman]

Argh so this particular house does have cpc’s, your just going forewarned?

If your vendor has anything about them, they’ll not fall for your bluff on the property need a rewire or partial rewire. I just sold a 1980’s property (it had new CU). If my buyer said it needed a rewire, I would of said you need to rethink.

Why do you think the property needs a rewire. What have you seen, to think this?

Mate rang me and asked the question re cost full rewire 1980's 2 bed bungalow. I then informed him as it was 1980's, it wouldn't (shouldn't) need a rewire. OK subject to inspection.
When I was on the tools, I have in fact rewired a house similar age as the electrical installation was hacked to bits and altered so much by the owners it was unbelievable. I assumed at the time that it was a one off.
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Argh so this particular house does have cpc’s, your just going forewarned?

If your vendor has anything about them, they’ll not fall for your bluff on the property need a rewire or partial rewire. I just sold a 1980’s property (it had new CU). If my buyer said it needed a rewire, I would of said you need to rethink.

Why do you think the property needs a rewire. What have you seen, to think this?

PS Sorry that sounds a bit aggressive, but you see what I mean.

Hey, no worries, I didn't even read that way, no worries

 

[Midwest]

Mate rang me and asked the question re cost full rewire 1980's 2 bed bungalow. I then informed him as it was 1980's, it wouldn't (shouldn't) need a rewire. OK subject to inspection.
When I was on the tools, I have in fact rewired a house similar age as the electrical installation was hacked to bits and altered so much by the owners it was unbelievable. I assumed at the time that it was a one off.

Ive seen similar to be fair, during refurbs I’ve done. But I’ve seen similar aged properties which were in a pristine condition from the day they were installed.

I’d just give your mate these figures, if he’s serious with purchasing it, and has any concerns, have an EICR conducted before actual purchase. Dependant on the report, you could then negotiate.

 

[driverman]

Ive seen similar to be fair, during refurbs I’ve done. But I’ve seen similar aged properties which were in a pristine condition from the day they were installed.

I’d just give your mate these figures, if he’s serious with purchasing it, and has any concerns, have an EICR conducted before actual purchase. Dependant on the report, you could then negotiate.

Just a note as you're from Oxford. I started my apprenticeship in Oxford at New Inn Hall Street (near Carfax) and Cave Street
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Argh so this particular house does have cpc’s, your just going forewarned?

If your vendor has anything about them, they’ll not fall for your bluff on the property need a rewire or partial rewire. I just sold a 1980’s property (it had new CU). If my buyer said it needed a rewire, I would of said you need to rethink.

Why do you think the property needs a rewire. What have you seen, to think this?

PS Sorry that sounds a bit aggressive, but you see what I mean.

Hey, no worries, I didn't even read that way, no worries

 

[Pete999]

Yes, understand that Pete, you are correct. Hence, why I'm after a typical average price.

Like I said Mate hard to tell without a visit

 

[Leesparkykent]

A very basic Rewire of a 2 bed bungalow would be about 2.5k If unoccupied and no furniture....

 

[Midwest]

Just a note as you're from Oxford. I started my apprenticeship in Oxford at New Inn Hall Street (near Carfax) and Cave Street
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Hey, no worries, I didn't even read that way, no worries

Haha, didn’t go to New Inn Hall St (did some work there later though), but did my apprenticeship practical at Cave St, and theory at the college, opposite the now Manzil Way.

Circa 1973.

 

[davesparks]

I'm with Lee, a basic, 'point for point' rewire would be around the 2-2.5K mark.

If they want a rewire with a complete change of layout and everything that goes with it these days then it will be a lot more.

 

[Midwest]

I'm with Lee, a basic, 'point for point' rewire would be around the 2-2.5K mark.

If they want a rewire with a complete change of layout and everything that goes with it these days then it will be a lot more.

But your not negotiating for a house purchase are you or Lee.

 

[driverman]

Haha, didn’t go to New Inn Hall St (did some work there later though), but did my apprenticeship practical at Cave St, and theory at the college, opposite the now Manzil Way.

Circa 1973.

I started with the then Southern Electricity Board (SEB) 1968 - 1972.
I worked at High Wycombe Bucks

 

[Midwest]

I started with the then Southern Electricity Board (SEB) 1968 - 1972.
I worked at High Wycombe Bucks

Did my apprenticeship with Lowe & Oliver’s 73-78.