Modern Techniques
Modern Techniques | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Cosby
Imagine the confidence of knowing every wire behind your walls has been expertly replaced with today’s safest, most energy-efficient materials. Homeowners in Cosby turn to HEP because our licensed electricians combine cutting-edge diagnostic tools with meticulous craftsmanship, making whole home rewires feel less like a disruptive overhaul and more like a seamless upgrade. From taming century-old knob-and-tube systems to installing smart-ready circuits, we future-proof your property while honoring its character.
Choose HEP and you’ll enjoy clear timelines, tidy worksites, and transparent pricing—all backed by a workmanship guarantee. Whether you’re renovating for resale value or simply craving peace of mind, our modern techniques deliver a safer, smarter electrical backbone that powers every room with confidence. Let’s re-energize your Cosby home together.
FAQs
Why might my Cosby home need a full re-wire?
A full re-wire is recommended when wiring is more than 25–30 years old, when you have recurring tripping or flickering lights, or when you are renovating and want to add more circuits for today’s power-hungry devices. Older cables often lack modern insulation, earth conductors and RCD protection, creating potential fire and shock risks. A re-wire brings your property up to current BS 7671 (18th Edition) standards, improving safety and resale value.
What modern techniques and materials do you use during a re-wire?
We use low-smoke, zero-halogen (LSZH) cabling for added fire safety, laser-guided chasing tools to keep wall cuts neat, and wireless dust-extraction systems to reduce mess. Where possible we install mini trunking or cavity routes to minimise surface damage. Smart-home ready back-boxes and deeper pattresses are fitted so you can upgrade to automation, fast USB-C outlets and EV charger spurs without extra work later. All circuits are protected by RCBOs and surge-protection devices in a metal IP-rated consumer unit.
How long does a whole-home re-wire take, and will I need to move out?
A typical three-bed Cosby semi takes 5–7 working days. Larger or heavily furnished homes may take up to two weeks. We can work room-by-room so you can stay in the property, keeping at least one functional socket ring and lighting circuit live where possible. If your schedule is tight, we can complete the first-fix in block days while you are away and return for second-fix after plastering, reducing disruption.
Will a re-wire damage my walls and décor?
Some chasing and lifting of floorboards is unavoidable, but our rotary wall-chasing machines cut precise, narrow channels and attach to vacuum units that capture 95 % of dust. We protect floors with adhesive film and furniture with antistatic sheeting. After cables are run, we backfill with bonding plaster ready for your decorator. If you prefer a completely surface-mounted solution, discreet PVC trunking or conduit can be used to avoid chasing altogether.
How much does a whole-home re-wire in Cosby typically cost?
Prices vary by size and specification, but as a guide a two-bed terrace starts around £4,000, a three-bed semi £4,800–£6,000, and a large four-bed detached £7,000+. Smart-lighting loops, data cabling, outdoor power and EV charger feeds add to the total. We provide a firm, itemised quotation after a free on-site survey, and all work is covered by our 6-year NICEIC Platinum Promise warranty.
Are you certified and can you self-certify the work with Building Control?
Yes. We are NICEIC Approved Contractors and Part P registered, which means we can notify Blaby District Building Control on your behalf and issue an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) the same day we complete and test the installation. You’ll receive the EIC, building-control compliance certificate and all test results for your records, simplifying future home sales or insurance claims.