ᐅ Does the electrical system need to be updated? (Condominium, 1960s)
Created on: 20 Feb 2024 09:34
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TorstenKandt
Hello everyone,
I am considering buying a condominium. The apartment building (about 20-30 units) was built in the 1960s. I’m wondering if it would be advisable to upgrade the electrical system. Unfortunately, the owners don’t know anything about its current condition. I’m attaching photos of the fuse box and an outlet.
What is your opinion? Should the electrical system be replaced, or is it not necessary? We plan to renovate anyway.
Best regards,
Torsten
I am considering buying a condominium. The apartment building (about 20-30 units) was built in the 1960s. I’m wondering if it would be advisable to upgrade the electrical system. Unfortunately, the owners don’t know anything about its current condition. I’m attaching photos of the fuse box and an outlet.
What is your opinion? Should the electrical system be replaced, or is it not necessary? We plan to renovate anyway.
Best regards,
Torsten
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TorstenKandt22 Feb 2024 08:27Thank you for the advice. I will probably include the electrical upgrade in the plans. It shouldn’t be too expensive.
Winniefred22 Feb 2024 08:50This is not exactly a small item. Definitely five-figure. However, it varies greatly depending on the requirements.
Winniefred schrieb:
That’s not exactly a small expense. Definitely five figures.For a new sub-distribution board and a few new cables plus sockets?! How do you arrive at such a high amount?
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TorstenKandt22 Feb 2024 10:19Winniefred schrieb:
That’s not exactly a small amount. Definitely five figures. However, it varies a lot depending on the requirements.Really? I would have expected it to be well under 10,000 euros.
Malle Zwabber22 Feb 2024 10:32It gets tight under €10,000. By doing some of the work yourself, like cutting the channels and later finishing them, you can definitely save some money. It really depends on your level of carpentry skills. The material itself is not the main cost factor here.