Rewiring
Old wiring in a home you bought or are renovating? English-speaking electricians who rewire it, with a written quote and a termo de responsabilidade.
Signs you need an electrician
- Fabric-covered or rubber cables, or no earth wire
- Many two-pin sockets and an old fuse box
- You are renovating the kitchen, a bathroom or the whole home
- The power trips often and nobody finds why
- A survey or an inspection said the installation needs work
What the electrician does
- Checks the existing installation and says what can stay
- Plans circuits, sockets and lights with you, room by room
- Runs new cables in conduit and fits a new fuse box
- Tests everything and gives you the termo de responsabilidade
Before the electrician comes
Decide what else is being renovated. Rewiring is best done before plastering and painting.
Make a simple plan of where you want sockets, lights and switches.
Ask for the old electrical plans, if the seller or the building has them.
What it costs
Every electrician sends a written price, with IVA, before any work starts. You can compare up to three.
Frequently asked questions
Can I live in the home during a rewire?
It is hard. Walls are opened and the power is off for long stretches. Most people plan it before moving in or during a renovation.
Does a rewire need a project?
For most homes, no separate project is needed; the electrician signs a termo de responsabilidade. Larger houses or higher power can need a project and an inspection. Ask your electrician.
How much does it cost?
Rewiring a two-bedroom flat usually costs €3,000 to €6,000 before IVA, plus repairs to walls. A large or old house can cost a lot more. Get three quotes.
Describe the job once
Up to three checked electricians send a written quote. It is free for you.