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Personally looks like a rewire to me , safety , investment , that’s my personal opinion
But hey it could also have a few improvements and be fine for years to come , that’s why I started this thread
Perfect example for the thread
 
Here's the report, which doesn't look that bad...
There's some stuff that obviously needs doing, but I'm not so sure on a rewire now
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You should seek a 2nd opinion regarding those codes ...

How big is the home and how long was the "inspector" in it?
 
He's in my neck of the woods. I would not be surprised at a lack of earthing conductor. Most service heads never had the facility and there are plenty still without.

Still, the wrong codings ring alarm bells as to the legitimacy of the report.
 
Andy78, I see you are in Hull!
He's in my neck of the woods. I would not be surprised at a lack of earthing conductor. Most service heads never had the facility and there are plenty still without.

Still, the wrong codings ring alarm bells as to the legitimacy of the report.
I am in your neck of the woods. Are you busy tomorrow morning or next Wednesday morning for a second opinion?
 
...How big is the home and how long was the "inspector" in it?[/QUOTE]
It's a small two bed, with extended kitchen.
He was about 10-15 minutes under the stairs. I don't know if this is usual
 
Why no r1 r2 when he’s stated earth sizes of cables also why no ins res between L and N , looks more of a visual test he’s carried out here
 
My feelings are, if it's dangerous, then rewire. But as the point of this thread is about why rewire when the installation is in good condition, and the points raised in the EICR are an easy fix, is there really a need. As stated above, this is a good case study.
Anyway, I've asked for a second opinion from Andy78 and we'll go from there
 
Is this your house John
Is the house going to have refurb , kitchen , boiler , outside lights , electric smokes , extra sockets ( 8 doesn’t seem a lot this day and age ) , shower
Our demand for electric appliances has massively changed in the last 30 years and is changing at a fast rate
Just a bit of food for thought
 
It is my house, I moved in a few weeks ago. Although to look at it you wouldn't guess!
I am having CH fitted within the week and then the usual decorating and updating of the kitchen. Having the CH fitted would be an ideal opportunity to put in additional sockets and you mentioning outside lighting has got me thinking
 
So already your into new DB (mains ) upgrade bonding , new kitchen (separate ring ) extra sockets in every room , new boiler supply and stat , outside lights , smokes ( pending on how much you value yours and family’s life )
While your ripping house apart and full redecoration and plastering i’d Bite the bullet and do full rewire
 
So already your into new DB (mains ) upgrade bonding , new kitchen (separate ring ) extra sockets in every room , new boiler supply and stat , outside lights , smokes ( pending on how much you value yours and family’s life )
While your ripping house apart and full redecoration and plastering i’d Bite the bullet and do full rewire
I have one wired and two battery smokes
It's interesting how this thread is unfolding
 
Yeh interesting one this and no one can force you either way , so final decision will be yours
Unlike a car MOT electricians can only really advice you on what they personally think best obviously highlighting potential dangers ( if you have chosen a good electrician )
 

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