Rewiring your home requires the services of a professional electrician, and it may seem like an extreme measure. Why would you want or need to have someone remove all of the older wiring, electrical boxes, and other components of your electrical system and replace them? Even though it may seem like a daunting task, there are a few very important reasons why you may need to rewire your home.
The Wiring Is Old
Over time, the wiring in your home will age and break down. Old wiring can lead to dangerous situations, from an outlet or light going out to, at worst, an electrical fire. Some older homes were wired using outdated wiring, insulation, and other protective measures that would not be acceptable if used in construction today. If you’ve noticed anything odd with your lights or electricity, it may be a sign that the wiring is becoming dangerously old and worn.
Remodelling
Another reason to have your home rewired is if you’re going to remodel. If you are remodelling, you may have to move light fixtures, outlets, and appliances. You may also need to remove all or parts of walls or add new walls or room dividers. During any remodelling process, you will want to hire a professional such as those found at ckelectricalburton.co.uk to come and redo the wiring in the rooms you are altering.
If you’re doing a full remodel that involves moving entire rooms, you may need to completely rewire the entire house. Putting your new kitchen where a bedroom once was, for example, will require adding connections for a refrigerator and other appliances.
Rewiring Your Fuse Box
When your home is rewired, the fuse box may need to be upgraded or completely replaced. If the wiring in your home hasn’t been updated in years, chances are the fuse box has not, either. During a remodel, your electrician may add new fuses so that your fuse box is compliant with new regulations and can handle the load.