In short: HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. In Angus we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- DD, PH, AB
- Main towns
- Arbroath, Forfar
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Angus involve?
- Electrical installation certificates
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Full or partial rewires
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
Which rules apply in Angus?
- An EICR before the first let and at least every 5 years, with C1 and C2 items fixed, PAT testing of supplied appliances and RCD protection.
- Every HMO needs a council licence: 3 or more people who are not all from one or two families, sharing basic amenities. Licences last up to 3 years.
- Landlords must also be on the Scottish landlord register, renewed every 3 years.
Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Angus?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £380 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £660 – £1,350 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,700 – £11,400 | house |
Typical time on site: 1–7 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Rewires and EICR remedials by town in Angus
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Angus
How often does an HMO need an EICR?
At least every five years in England, Wales and Scotland, and HMO licence conditions in Northern Ireland ask for the same. Your licence may set extra conditions. Our HMO rules pages for each nation give the details.
Is a full rewire disruptive?
Yes. It means lifting floorboards and chasing walls, so it is best done in an empty house or room by room during voids.
Do you carry out rewires and EICR remedials across Angus?
Yes, across the whole of Angus, including Arbroath, Forfar.
Who licenses HMOs in Angus?
Angus council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Angus
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Angus
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Angus
- Full HMO refurbishment in Angus
- House to HMO conversion in Angus
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Angus
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Angus
- Extensions for extra rooms in Angus
- EPC and energy upgrades in Angus