Earthing & Bonding In Glasgow
Essential safety services to protect your property from electric shock. Testing, upgrades and compliance certification.
The Foundation of Electrical Safety
Proper earthing and bonding are the most critical safety elements of any electrical installation. Without them, a fault could leave your entire property live and dangerous. We test, upgrade and certify earthing systems for homes, tenements, rental properties and commercial buildings across Glasgow. If your EICR flagged earthing issues, or your property has no earth at all, we can make it safe and compliant.
Earthing & Bonding Services
Earth Electrode Installation
Install new earth rods, earth plates and electrode systems for properties with no earth or high earth resistance.
Main Earthing Terminal Upgrades
Upgrade old earth terminals to modern standards with proper clamping, labelling and accessibility.
Supplementary Bonding
Install bathroom bonding, kitchen bonding and pipe bonding to prevent dangerous touch voltages.
Gas & Water Main Bonding
Properly bond gas and water service entries to the main earthing terminal with correctly sized conductors.
Earth Resistance Testing
Measure earth electrode resistance and installation earth loop impedance to BS 7671 standards.
PME Connection Issues
Resolve earthing problems on PME (Protective Multiple Earthing) supplies common in Glasgow tenements.
Glasgow Earthing System Types
PME (TN-C-S)
Modern houses, new buildsCommon in modern Glasgow properties. The earth and neutral are combined in the supply cable. Most cost-effective but has some limitations for outbuildings and EV chargers.
TNS
1970s-1990s propertiesSeparate earth and neutral conductors in the supply cable. Reliable but becoming less common as networks are converted to PME.
TT
Old tenements, rural properties, garagesNo earth from the supply. Your own earth electrode provides all protection. Required for older properties, outbuildings and some rural areas.
Earthing & Bonding Pricing
Prices include labour, materials, testing, certification and VAT. Full upgrade pricing depends on property size and existing system condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
A typical 3-bedroom house rewire takes 5 to 7 working days. Smaller properties may be completed in 3 to 4 days, while larger homes can take up to 10 days. We always work to minimise disruption and keep you informed at every stage.
In most cases, yes. Rewiring involves accessing walls, floors and ceilings throughout the property, and power will be turned off during working hours. We can discuss options if moving out is not possible, but we generally recommend temporary accommodation for comfort and safety.
Yes, all electrical work carried out by Rewire Solutions comes with the appropriate certification. Full rewires receive an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC). Consumer unit upgrades, EICRs and safety work are all certificated to NICEIC standards, which you will receive in digital and paper format.
Yes, Rewire Solutions Ltd is a NICEIC Approved Contractor. This means our work is regularly assessed to the highest UK safety standards. You can verify our registration on the NICEIC website. Being NICEIC approved also means Part P compliance and certificate validity for landlords, insurers and homebuyers.
Absolutely. We cover the full Central Belt including Paisley, East Kilbride, Hamilton, Airdrie, Coatbridge, Cumbernauld, Stirling, Edinburgh and surrounding towns. If you are unsure whether we cover your area, give us a call and we will be happy to help.
The cost depends on the size of the property, the complexity of the work and the materials chosen. On average, a full rewire for a 3-bedroom house ranges from £3,500 to £6,500. We provide a free, no-obligation quote after assessing your property, with clear pricing and no hidden costs.
Yes. We are an OZEV-approved EV charge point installer. We install home EV chargers from leading brands, handle the grant application if eligible, and ensure full compliance with current regulations.
Is Your Property Properly Earthed?
Book an earthing assessment anywhere in Glasgow. Safety-critical work with full certification.