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House Rewiring Cost Calculator

Rewiring a typical three-bed house in Dublin costs around €7,000–€14,000. Older homes, larger homes and extra sockets or lighting add to the cost.

  • Typical 3-bed €7,000–€14,000
  • Fuse board and extras
  • Safe Electric registered electricians
  • Free quotes

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Signs you may need a rewire

  • Old fuse boxes with rewireable fuses
  • Rubber or fabric-covered cables
  • Not enough sockets, or lots of extension leads
  • Frequent tripping or scorch marks

A periodic inspection will tell you whether a full rewire is needed.

Cost calculator

Get a guide range based on typical 2026 Dublin prices.

A guide only. Your quote will depend on your property, access and the specification you choose.

What's involved

A rewire usually means chasing walls, replacing cables, sockets and switches, a new consumer unit, testing and certification by a Safe Electric registered electrician. Plan replastering and decoration afterwards.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a rewire cost in Dublin?

Typically €7,000–€14,000 for a three-bed house.

How long does a rewire take?

Usually 5–10 working days for a typical house.

Can I live in the house during a rewire?

It's possible but disruptive. Many people rewire before moving in.

Find vetted contractors for this work

By area:

  • South Dublin City: Ballsbridge, Donnybrook, Sandymount, Ranelagh, Rathgar, Harold's Cross, Churchtown, Dundrum
  • Dublin 15: Blanchardstown, Castleknock, Mulhuddart, Ongar, Hansfield, Ashtown
  • Dublin North Coast: Raheny, Baldoyle, Donaghmede, Howth, Sutton, Portmarnock, Malahide
  • Dún Laoghaire & South Coast: Blackrock, Booterstown, Monkstown, Dún Laoghaire, Dalkey, Killiney
  • North Dublin City: Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough, Stoneybatter
  • Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock: Mount Merrion, Stillorgan, Goatstown, Sandyford, Cherrywood, Cabinteely, Foxrock, Deansgrange
  • West Dublin & Leixlip: Chapelizod, Palmerstown, Lucan, Leixlip, Adamstown, Clondalkin
  • North County Dublin: Swords, Lusk, Rush, Skerries
  • South West Dublin: Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham, Terenure

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