Rewiring

Rewiring

GTH Electrical Ltd carries out professional full and partial rewires for homes, rental properties, refurbishments, extensions and older electrical installations across Edinburgh, Musselburgh and East Lothian.

A rewire is one of the biggest electrical upgrades you can make to a property, so careful planning is essential.

We take the time to understand how the property will actually be used, where you need power, how you want the lighting to work and what future electrical demand may look like.

The result is an installation that is not only safe and compliant, but also practical and built around the way you live.

 When Might A Property Need Rewired?

Older electrical installations can become outdated, damaged or unsuitable for modern use.

A rewire may be worth considering if you have:

Very old wiring
An outdated fuse board or consumer unit
Repeated electrical faults
Damaged or deteriorated cables
Insufficient sockets or circuits
No RCD or RCBO protection
Major renovation work planned
An older property that has had years of alterations
Electrical systems that no longer meet the needs of the property

If you are unsure whether a full rewire is actually required, we can assess the existing installation and give you clear advice before any major work is considered.

 Full Rewires

A full rewire involves replacing the main electrical wiring and circuits throughout the property and gives you the opportunity to completely modernise the electrical installation.

This can include:

New socket circuits
New lighting circuits
Kitchen supplies
Electric shower supplies
Smoke, heat and CO alarms
Outdoor power
New consumer unit
Additional sockets
Feature lighting
Data and TV points where required
Electrical supplies for heating and appliances
Full testing and certification

A full rewire is also the ideal time to think about how many sockets you really need, where furniture will sit, how rooms will be used and whether you want to future-proof the property.

 Partial Rewires

Not every property needs to be completely rewired.

In some cases, only certain areas or circuits may need upgraded or replaced.

We can carry out partial rewires for:

Kitchens
Bathrooms
Extensions
Loft conversions
Renovated rooms
Damaged circuits
Older sections of an installation
New layouts or property alterations

Where a partial rewire is suitable, we will explain what can be retained and what should be replaced.

 Designed Around Your Home

A good rewire should be more than just replacing cables.

We plan the installation around the way you want the property to work.

That can include thinking about:

 Lighting positions and switching

 Socket locations

 TV and media points

 Kitchen appliance supplies

 Electric showers

 Outdoor lighting and power

 Smoke and heat alarms

 Future electrical requirements

Getting these decisions right at the planning stage can make a huge difference to the finished property.

 What About Disruption?

Rewiring is naturally more disruptive than smaller electrical work, particularly in occupied properties.

We will explain what is involved before work begins and plan the job carefully to keep disruption as manageable as possible.

Where appropriate, work can be carried out in stages depending on the property and the scope of the project.

We also aim to keep work areas organised and leave the property as tidy as reasonably possible throughout the installation.

 Tested & Certified

Once the electrical work is complete, the new installation is fully inspected and tested.

Appropriate electrical certification is then provided so you have a clear record of the work carried out.

 Don’t Wait For A Serious Fault

Old wiring does not always give obvious warning signs.

Problems can remain hidden behind walls, under floors or inside accessories until a fault develops.

Potential issues can include:

 Overheating and electrical fires

 Electric shock risk

 Damaged or deteriorated wiring

 Inadequate protection

 Repeated circuit failures

 Unsafe alterations from previous work

Having an older installation professionally assessed can help you understand its condition before a more serious problem develops.

 Why Choose GTH Electrical Ltd?

With more than 25 years of industry experience, we provide professional rewiring services throughout Edinburgh, Musselburgh and East Lothian.

From the initial assessment and planning through to installation, testing and certification, we aim to make the process as straightforward as possible.

We provide clear advice, careful planning and professional workmanship so the finished electrical installation is safe, practical and ready for the future.

Planned properly. Installed professionally. Built to last.

 Call 07858 110327