- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South East
- Postcode areas
- RG, SL, OX, GU
- Main towns
- Reading, Slough, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Wokingham
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Berkshire involve?
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Full or partial rewires
- Consumer unit replacement
Which rules apply in Berkshire?
- Electrical installations must be inspected and tested at least every 5 years; remedial work is due within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Berkshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £170 – £450 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £780 – £1,550 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | 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 Berkshire
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Berkshire
How long do I have to fix EICR items?
In England, remedial or further investigation work must be done within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so, and you must confirm completion to the tenants and the council.
Do you issue certificates?
Yes: installation or minor works certificates and written confirmation of remedials, issued by the qualified electrician who did the work.
Do you carry out rewires and EICR remedials across Berkshire?
Yes, across the whole of Berkshire, including Reading, Slough, Bracknell.
Who licenses HMOs in Berkshire?
HMOs in Berkshire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Berkshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Berkshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Berkshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Berkshire
- House to HMO conversion in Berkshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Berkshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Berkshire
- Extensions for extra rooms in Berkshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Berkshire