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Table of Contents
- Full House Rewiring in Church Crookham, Designed for Modern Living
- A Complete Rewire Carried Out in Church Crookham
- When Is a Full Rewire Needed?
- Designing the Installation Around the Property
- Our Process
- What Is Included in the Price?
- Customer-Supplied Accessories
- Materials and Brands We Use
- Common Problems and Poor Workmanship
- Why Customers Choose MAYTRICS LIMITED
- FAQ SECTION
1) Full House Rewiring in Church Crookham, Designed for Modern Living
I’m Darren May, the electrician behind MAYTRICS LIMITED. I carry out full and partial rewires in Church Crookham and the surrounding Fleet area, including the design, supply, installation, inspection, testing, certification and Building Regulations notification.
One substantial project we completed in Church Crookham involved rewiring every circuit throughout a residential property. The homeowners were going away for approximately two weeks, giving us an ideal opportunity to complete the most disruptive stages while the house was unoccupied.
We chased the walls, installed new cabling and designed a modern circuit arrangement around the way the homeowners used the property. This included dedicated supplies for the induction hob and cooker, separate socket and lighting circuits, heating supplies and mains-powered smoke alarms. We also allowed spare capacity within the new consumer unit for future additions such as an EV charger or garage supply.
Back to top2) A Complete Rewire Carried Out in Church Crookham
A full rewire is one of the largest electrical projects that can be undertaken within an occupied home. It requires careful planning because almost every room is affected, and the work may involve lifting floorboards, accessing ceiling voids, chasing walls and replacing sockets, switches and lighting points.
For this Church Crookham project, the customers planned their holiday around the electrical work. Completing the first-fix installation while they were away reduced the inconvenience of living through the noisiest and dustiest stages.
Before work began, we discussed the layout of the property and how the customers intended to use each room. This allowed us to design the new installation around their current requirements while also considering likely future additions.
The new installation included:
- A dedicated induction hob circuit
- A dedicated cooker circuit
- A new kitchen socket circuit
- A separate ground-floor socket circuit
- A separate first-floor socket circuit
- Downstairs lighting
- Upstairs lighting
- An immersion heater and central-heating supply
- A dedicated mains-powered smoke alarm circuit
- A replacement consumer unit
- Spare consumer unit capacity for future circuits
- New sockets, switches and faceplates throughout
Once the new first-fix cabling had been installed, we filled the wall chases using bonding coat as requested by the customer. We then completed the second-fix stage by fitting the agreed sockets, switches, lighting accessories and other equipment.
Every circuit was inspected, tested and functionally checked before the installation was energised. The relevant electrical certification was issued after payment, and the work was notified under the Building Regulations so the homeowners could receive their Building Compliance Certificate.
Back to top3) When Is a Full Rewire Needed?
Not every older property automatically requires a complete rewire. The decision should be based on the condition of the existing installation, the type of wiring present and whether it remains suitable for continued use.
Signs that a property may require substantial rewiring can include:
- Ageing or deteriorated cable insulation
- Older rubber-insulated wiring
- Repeated electrical faults
- Signs of overheating
- Limited socket provision
- A lack of modern circuit protection
- Poor or missing earthing and bonding
- Numerous undocumented alterations
- Circuits that no longer meet the property’s needs
- An installation that cannot support planned improvements
An Electrical Installation Condition Report can help assess the condition of the existing wiring before major decisions are made. Testing allows us to base our recommendations on evidence rather than assumptions.
In some properties, only a partial rewire or specific new circuits may be necessary. In others, replacing the whole fixed wiring installation can be the most practical long-term solution.
Back to top4) Designing the Installation Around the Property
A rewire is not simply a case of replacing old cables with new ones along the same routes. It is an opportunity to improve how the electrical installation works for the people living in the property.
During the site survey, we discuss:
- Where sockets are needed
- The position of TVs and home-office equipment
- Kitchen appliance requirements
- Lighting layouts
- Smoke and heat alarm provision
- Outdoor power requirements
- Garage or garden room supplies
- Potential EV charger installation
- Heating controls
- Future extensions or alterations
- The intended consumer unit location
Planning these details at the beginning can prevent the customer from needing additional disruptive work shortly after the rewire has been completed.
At the Church Crookham property, we left spare capacity in the consumer unit for a future garage supply or EV charger. The customer did not need those circuits immediately, but allowing for them during the design stage provided more flexibility for future projects.
Back to top5) Our Process
Every property is different, but this is typically what happens when a customer books a full rewire with MAYTRICS LIMITED.
5.0.1) 1. Initial enquiry
The customer contacts us to explain that they are considering a full or partial rewire.
The easiest way to make an enquiry is through our website form. Customers can provide information about the property, explain their plans and attach photographs or videos where helpful.
I review the enquiry personally and make contact to discuss the next step.
5.0.2) 2. Free site survey
For a full rewire, we normally arrange a free site survey.
During the visit, we assess the existing installation, discuss the customer’s requirements and inspect the practical cable routes available throughout the property.
We also talk through details such as:
- The number and location of sockets
- Lighting requirements
- Kitchen appliance circuits
- Smoke and heat alarms
- Heating supplies
- Outdoor electrics
- Future EV charging
- Garage or garden room supplies
- Customer-supplied accessories
- Decoration and making good
- Access arrangements
This information enables us to prepare a detailed specification rather than providing an unrealistic price based on limited information.
5.0.3) 3. Written quotation
After the survey, we provide a written quotation setting out the agreed work.
The Church Crookham customer obtained more than one quotation before choosing MAYTRICS LIMITED. They later explained that the decision was not based purely on price. Our reviews, reputation and the confidence they had in our service were the deciding factors.
Our quotations explain what is included, what has been allowed for and any assumptions on which the price is based.
5.0.4) 4. Planning and scheduling
Once the quotation has been accepted, we agree the installation dates and order the required materials.
For the Church Crookham project, we scheduled the work to coincide with the homeowners’ two-week holiday. This allowed us to complete the first-fix work with unrestricted access and reduced the disruption to the family.
Customers receive booking confirmation and automated reminders. We also keep them informed throughout the project if the programme or access arrangements need to change.
5.0.5) 5. First fix
First fix is the stage where the new cables and containment are installed before the final accessories are connected.
Depending on the property, this may include:
- Lifting floorboards
- Accessing loft spaces
- Chasing walls
- Drilling between floors
- Installing cable routes
- Positioning socket and switch boxes
- Installing the new consumer unit
- Running cables for all new circuits
- Providing supplies for smoke alarms and heating
- Allowing for future circuits
This is usually the most disruptive stage of a rewire.
5.0.6) 6. Making good
The extent of making good is agreed within the quotation.
For the Church Crookham project, the customer asked us to fill the electrical chases with bonding coat once the new cables had been installed. This left the walls ready for the decorator or plasterer to complete the final finish.
Customers should always check the quotation carefully to understand whether chasing, bonding, plastering, decorating and floor covering repairs are included.
5.0.7) 7. Second fix
During second fix, we install the visible electrical accessories and connect the circuits.
This can include:
- Socket outlets
- Light switches
- Pendant fittings
- Downlights
- Cooker connection equipment
- Smoke and heat alarms
- Heating controls
- Fused connection units
- Consumer unit protective devices
- Other accessories listed in the specification
The type and finish of accessories will depend on the products agreed during the quotation stage.
5.0.8) 8. Inspection and testing
Every new circuit is inspected and tested before being placed into service.
This involves appropriate testing of items such as:
- Protective conductor continuity
- Ring final circuit continuity
- Insulation resistance
- Polarity
- Earth fault loop impedance
- RCD or RCBO operation
- Protective device suitability
- Functional operation
The results are recorded on the electrical installation certificate.
5.0.9) 9. Certification and Building Regulations
A full domestic rewire is notifiable work under the Building Regulations.
Once the installation has been completed and payment received, we issue the relevant electrical certification. We also submit the Building Regulations notification through our competent person scheme.
The homeowner will then receive a separate Building Compliance Certificate confirming that the notifiable work was registered.
5.0.10) 10. Handover and aftercare
Before leaving, we walk through the completed installation and explain the consumer unit, protective devices and any relevant operating information.
Our workmanship is covered by a 12-month guarantee, and products supplied by MAYTRICS LIMITED also benefit from the relevant manufacturer’s warranty.
We remain available if the customer has questions after completion or wants to discuss future additions.
Back to top6) What Is Included in the Price?
A full rewire in Church Crookham typically costs between £4,000 and £8,000, depending on the size of the property, the number of circuits, the accessory specification, access and the amount of making good required.
The quotation is normally fixed around an agreed specification so the customer knows what has been allowed for before work begins.
A typical quotation may include:
- The agreed design and circuit schedule
- New fixed electrical cabling
- A replacement consumer unit
- New socket circuits
- New lighting circuits
- Dedicated appliance circuits
- Kitchen electrical supplies
- Heating and immersion supplies
- Smoke and heat alarm circuits
- Earthing and bonding upgrades where required
- Standard sockets, switches and accessories
- First-fix labour
- Second-fix labour
- Inspection and testing
- Electrical installation certification
- Building Regulations notification
The exact inclusions will be listed within the written quotation.
If the customer adds more sockets, changes the lighting layout or requests additional circuits after work has started, we will explain the additional cost before carrying out the variation.
Back to top7) Customer-Supplied Accessories
We are happy to install customer-supplied sockets, switches and light fittings where they are suitable for the installation.
Some customers prefer to choose their own decorative accessories because they want a particular finish or design. Other customers prefer us to supply standard products so they do not need to research, purchase or store the materials themselves.
Our workmanship remains covered by our 12-month guarantee regardless of who supplies the accessory. However, we cannot provide a product warranty for an item supplied by the customer.
Any manufacturing fault with a customer-supplied item would need to be dealt with through the retailer or manufacturer.
Back to top8) Materials and Brands We Use
We do not use the cheapest products available simply to reduce the quotation.
Although electrical cable must be manufactured to recognised standards, there can be a noticeable difference in the finish, reliability and replacement-part availability of consumer units and wiring accessories.
For most domestic rewires, we recommend mid-range products that provide a good balance between:
- Quality
- Reliability
- Appearance
- Replacement-part availability
- Long-term value
- Overall project cost
For consumer units, we commonly install the Scolmore Click Elucian range. These provide a professional finish and good availability of compatible protective devices.
For sockets, switches and general electrical accessories, we regularly use the Click range. These products have a clean, slimline appearance and offer a sensible balance between budget accessories and premium designer ranges.
Premium products can also be specified if the customer wants a particular finish. Any increase in material cost will be included clearly within the quotation.
Back to top9) Common Problems and Poor Workmanship
One of the most common problems we encounter is an electrical installation that has been altered repeatedly over many years without an overall plan.
Additional sockets may have been taken from unsuitable points, circuits may have been extended without adequate testing, and electrical accessories may have been replaced by people who did not understand the original wiring arrangement.
Electrical work is not simply a case of joining conductors based on colour.
Depending on the circuit, a conductor may be:
- A permanent line
- A switched line
- A neutral
- A protective conductor
- Part of a ring final circuit
- Part of a two-way lighting arrangement
- Incorrect connections can cause electric shock, overheating, fire, equipment damage or faults that remain hidden until much later.
- During older installations and previous DIY work, we may encounter:
- Loose connections
- Poorly terminated conductors
- Missing earth connections
- Incorrectly identified switched lines
- Inadequate circuit protection
- Unsupported cables
- Unsuitable junctions
- Cables buried without appropriate consideration
- Circuits extended without testing
- Accessories unsuitable for the installation
Poor workmanship often results in the work needing to be completed again. This means the customer can end up paying twice and may have been left with an unsafe installation in the meantime.
Our approach is to design and install the rewire correctly, test every circuit and provide the appropriate certification on completion.
Back to top10) Why Customers Choose MAYTRICS LIMITED
When you contact MAYTRICS LIMITED, you deal directly with me, Darren May.
There are no AI receptionists or call centres. I review your enquiry, attend the survey and remain involved throughout the project.
MAYTRICS LIMITED is:
- Which? Trusted Trader approved
- NICEIC registered
- Part P certified
- City & Guilds Level 3 qualified
- Backed by 20 years of electrical experience
- Supported by over 180 Google reviews
- Supported by more than 240 Checkatrade reviews
- We do not prepare quotations simply to compete with the lowest price.
- Our focus is on quality workmanship, customer service, compliance, communication and reliability. A rewire affects the safety and long-term usability of the entire property, so it needs to be designed and completed properly.
- ## What to Send With Your Enquiry
- To help us arrange a survey, please provide:
- Your name and address
- The property type
- The approximate number of bedrooms
- Whether the property is occupied
- Whether renovation work is planned
- Your preferred socket and lighting layout
- Any kitchen plans
- Details of electric heating or immersion equipment
- Future EV charger requirements
- Garage or garden room plans
- Your preferred project dates
- Photographs of the existing consumer unit
Providing this information before the survey helps us understand the project and prepare relevant questions for the site visit.
Back to top11) FAQ SECTION
How much does a full rewire cost in Church Crookham?
A typical full rewire costs between £4,000 and £8,000, depending on the property size, number of circuits, accessory specification and access. We carry out a site survey before providing a detailed fixed-price quotation.
How long does a full house rewire take?
A typical domestic rewire takes around ten working days, although larger or more complex properties may take longer. The Church Crookham project was arranged while the homeowners were away for two weeks to reduce disruption.
Do I need to move out during the rewire?
It is often easier if the property is empty during the first-fix stage because power will be interrupted and walls or floors may need to be opened. We will discuss access and whether the house can remain occupied during the survey.
Does the price include making good?
Only the making good specifically listed within the quotation is included. For the Church Crookham project, we filled the electrical chases with bonding coat as requested, but final plastering and decoration should always be confirmed before work starts.
Can you allow for an EV charger or garage supply?
Yes. We can install circuits immediately or provide spare consumer unit capacity for future additions. Planning ahead during a rewire is usually easier than altering the installation again later.
Will I receive electrical certificates?
Yes. The completed installation is inspected and tested before an Electrical Installation Certificate is issued. We also notify the relevant work under the Building Regulations so the homeowner receives a Building Compliance Certificate.
Can I choose my own sockets and light fittings?
Yes. We can supply standard Click accessories or discuss premium alternatives, and we are happy to install suitable customer-supplied items. Customer-supplied products are not covered by our product warranty, although our workmanship remains guaranteed.
If you are considering a full or partial rewire in Church Crookham, send me your property details, photographs of the existing consumer unit and a brief description of your plans. I will arrange a free site survey, explain what is involved and provide a detailed quotation with no obligation.
Call me on 01252 266277 or my mobile on 07984 060686. I am also available on WhatsApp.
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