Hi, we are buying a 1960's built house which needs complete refurbishment, decorating etc. We have also been advised by the surveyor to have the house rewired as the current wiring & consumer unit are outdated. Did the usual and contacted 4 electricians for quotes which varied from £2,500 to £5000 (3 bed semi in Kent). However one of the electrican's has said we can halve the cost be laying the wiring ourselves then he will come along and connect it to a new consumer unit, check all outlets and provide the relevant certification Hence the question. Thanks for your time.