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Telling you that the house needs a rewire appears to be a survey default. Ignore it.
Damp, get someone to check, these surveys are by non professionals and don't really tell you anything your eyeball won't, if you are worried then identify the appropriate professional and arrange for them to visit the property before you get too far into the purchase to quote for any work.
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This thread is truly a goldmine of knowledge from people who have been round the track a time or two, made and learned from mistakes, and who will generously share there experiences with absolutely zero vested interest. It's a shame it isn't more searchable, but there have been plenty of sensible conversations on damp, it's causes and remedies.
It is a horrible shit scary process though. Don't let the survey panic you (especially if it is something like a Victorian house which has stuck around for north of 100 years.) but do post concerns here. As @Grumpy_Git says, it's unlikely that the electrics have suddenly become a concern just because the house is changing hands, even if they are outdated.
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Rewires are a big job, budget £3k-£7k but more than that it's a big invasive job, pulling up floor boards, knocking holes in every wall etc. But it may not be needed. I'm sure others in this thread will be able to help if you put up your report in here.
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I'm in the process of buying my first home, should get the survey back tomorrow but this kind of stuff is terrifying. Have no idea how much things such as these damp issues cost to fix and pretty sure it will need a rewire which seems massive.