How to Rewire a House While Living In It – Our Top Tips
Rewiring your house is a big step—but moving out during the job isn’t always possible. The good news? It is possible to live in your home during a rewire, with the right preparation and a well-organised electrical team (that's us!).
Here’s everything you need to know if you're planning to rewire while staying put—whether you're in Hanham, Downend, or anywhere else in Bristol.
Is It Safe to Stay During a Rewire?
Yes—provided proper safety precautions are followed. At Burridge Electrical, we ensure:
- Live cables are isolated securely
- Work is completed in clear stages (room by room)
- We always tidy up at the end of each day
- You’re left with temporary lighting or power as needed
What to Expect Day-to-Day
We typically break the rewire into phased stages, working one area at a time. This means you’re never completely without power or lighting.
Common working hours: 8am – 4:30pm
Noise/dust: Moderate (especially during chasing/cutting in walls)
Access: We’ll need access to floorboards, sockets, and ceilings
Tips for Making It Easier
- Set up a "safe zone": Choose a room we’ll leave until last, like a spare bedroom or living room, so you always have a dust-free escape.
- Clear access: Move furniture and valuables from the areas we’ll be working in first.
- Use storage boxes: Keeps things tidy and helps you stay organised while rooms are worked on.
- Talk to us: We’ll build a plan that works around your routines—school runs, work-from-home setups, pets etc.
What We Provide
We’re not just about wires—we’re here to make things easy. That includes:
- Free home survey with a personalised phasing plan
- Clear start and finish dates so you can plan ahead
- Protection for floors and surfaces
- Friendly, respectful electricians who treat your home like their own
We’ve helped many homeowners across Kingswood, Staple Hill, Brislington, and beyond rewire their homes without needing to move out.
Need a Kitchen or Bathroom Rewired Too?
No problem. If you're also doing a kitchen rewire or upgrading your bathroom electrics, we’ll factor that in and keep you functional while we do it.