Renovations can be a stressful time especially home renovations. The place where you live, work, and relax is in disarray and this can lead to mess, stress, and tension. Renovations can add value to your home and result in the perfect living environment that you were looking for making them worth it in the end.
Did you consider the electrical system?
Rewiring during renovations
When homes are renovated, people often spend a fortune on builders, new kitchens, new bathrooms and expensive wallpapers and floor coverings. Without checking the electrical system is in good condition you could be costing yourself money if the property needs major work in the near future.
The best way of establishing the condition of a wiring system and getting a good honest opinion about any required works is to ask Precision Electrical Services to carry out a thorough electrical inspection. An EICR document will be produced to show you any problems that are lurking, the condition of the wiring and how likely a rewire is needed.
How long does wiring last?
Electrical wiring does not last forever unfortunately. The safety of the wiring and electrical system in general can be improved by having the fuse box replaced but the longevity of the wiring will depend upon various factors such as:
• The current age of the wiring
• How hard the system has had to work
• The original quality of cabling installed
• The number of electrical faults that have occurred
• The frequency of maintenance by an electrician
• The standard of original installation
A rewire from Precision Electrical will be a top-quality installation using regulations compliant products from top electrical wholesalers. The correct documentation will be produced and handed to you so you have peace of mind for your electrical installation.
It is worth considering rewiring the property BEFORE expensive renovations are finished as rewire work afterwards is likely to cost more and disrupt finishes that have been applied to your home.
How long does a fuse box last?
A fuse box also has a lifespan beyond which its operation is not necessarily guaranteed. The guarantee of a modern consumer unit is manufacturer dependant and will vary between manufacturers.
Once a fuse box is 20 years old it may be time to have it replaced. As a minimum it will be out of date according to the requirements of current wiring regulations but there may also be hidden dangers inside if the equipment has not been tested by an electrician.
Summary: Best time to carry out works?
Due to the invasive nature of rewires and other electrical works, it is often best to have such things carried out during renovations to avoid further disruption. During a rewire, floorboards need to be lifted, ceilings and walls may need to be cut open to route cables and decoration finished may become damaged.
Contact us as early as possible if you are planning renovations so relevant inspection and testing can be carried out on your electrics. If the electrical system test results are good then no remedial works may be necessary and renovations can go ahead unhindered, if problems are flagged up then its best to know during renovation works so repairs can be carried out.
