Safety Standards
Safety Standards | Whole Home Rewires | Electrical | Newport
When you invite HEP’s licensed electricians into your Newport property, you’re choosing a team that views safety as more than a checklist—it’s our culture. Every wire, outlet, and panel is upgraded in full compliance with NEC guidelines, local Newport codes, and our own rigorous internal audits. From the very first inspection to the last voltage test, we meticulously document each stage so you know exactly how your electrical system is being modernized, protected, and future-proofed.
Our whole home rewires service delivers peace of mind you can feel every time you flip a switch. We replace outdated aluminum or cloth wiring with high-efficiency copper conductors, install AFCI/GFCI protection in critical zones, and label every circuit for simplified maintenance down the road. The result is a safer, smarter home that’s ready for today’s tech-heavy lifestyles and tomorrow’s energy innovations—backed, of course, by HEP’s lifetime workmanship guarantee.
FAQs
Why might my Newport home need a full electrical rewire?
Older properties (typically 25-30+ years old) often contain outdated wiring, undersized consumer units and circuits without modern RCD protection. Signs such as frequently tripped breakers, flickering lights, burn marks on sockets or a lack of earthing indicate the system can no longer meet today’s safety demands. A full rewire replaces every cable, accessory and distribution board, bringing the installation up to current BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) standards, reducing fire risk and ensuring your home can safely power modern appliances.
What safety standards and regulations apply to whole-home rewires in Newport?
All electrical work in Wales must comply with the latest edition of BS 7671. In Newport, rewires are notifiable works under Part P of the Building Regulations, so they must be carried out by a Part P-registered electrician or certified and inspected by Building Control. We follow NICEIC/ ELECSA guidelines, install 30 mA RCD or RCBO protection on all socket-outlet and lighting circuits, use LSZH or PVC twin & earth cable to BS 6004 and metal consumer units to BS EN 61439-3. On completion we issue an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) and Building Regulations Compliance Certificate.
How long does a typical full rewire take and will I need to vacate my home?
A standard three-bedroom house in Newport usually takes 5–7 working days, larger or heavily furnished homes can extend to two weeks. While we can phase the work room-by-room to let you stay in the property, you must expect periods without power, dust and limited access. Many clients choose to move out temporarily or stay with family between first-fix (cabling) and second-fix (fit-off) stages to minimise disruption. We provide a detailed schedule in advance so you can plan accordingly.
Will a rewire improve the energy efficiency and future-proof my property?
Yes. New circuits sized correctly for their loads reduce resistive losses, LED-rated dimmers and appropriately located sockets cut down on adapters and extension leads, and modern A-rated consumer units offer standby-power monitoring options. We can also install extras such as EV-charger circuits, data cabling and spare ways for future solar or battery storage, so your electrical system is ready for smart-home technologies and the transition to low-carbon living.
How much disruption and mess should I expect during the rewire process?
Rewiring involves chasing walls, lifting floorboards and drilling through joists. Dust is inevitable, though we use dust-extraction tools, floor protection and daily site tidy-ups. We patch chases with bonding plaster ready for your decorator’s final skim. Carpets and furniture are carefully lifted or covered, and we coordinate with you to keep one habitable room powered whenever possible. Post-work, a final clean is included, leaving the property safe and ready for decoration.
What certifications and documentation will I receive once the rewire is complete?
Upon completion we carry out comprehensive insulation-resistance, RCD trip-time, continuity and polarity tests. You will receive: 1) an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) detailing test results and confirming compliance with BS 7671; 2) a Building Regulations Compliance Certificate (Part P) posted directly to you by NICEIC/ELECSA within 30 days, which is essential for insurance and when selling the property; 3) a circuit schedule and maintenance manual explaining how to operate your new consumer unit and safety devices.