Rewiring older homes in Melbourne

Signs your home may need rewiring

• Ceramic fuses instead of circuit breakers in the switchboard
• No safety switch (RCD) protecting power and lighting circuits
• Old rubber or cloth-covered wiring in the roof or under the floor
• Lights that flicker or dim when appliances turn on
• Power points that feel warm, buzz or look scorched
• Not enough power points, so the house runs on extension leads and power boards

How John approaches an older home

Every older house is different, so John starts by coming out in person. He checks the switchboard and the general condition of the wiring before giving advice or a quote. That way you get an answer based on what is actually in your walls and ceiling, not a guess over the phone.

Older homes are John's specialty. He works carefully around ornate ceilings, plaster and period features, and he keeps the mess down. Where a full rewire is not needed, he will tell you, and fix what needs fixing.

Why rewiring matters

Old wiring was never designed for modern kitchens, air conditioning, home offices and EV chargers. Insulation on very old cables can break down over time, and older circuits often have no safety switch. Rewiring makes the house safer and gives you the capacity you need now.

Areas

John is based in Glen Iris and works anywhere in Melbourne.