HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. In Porthcawl, a town of about 16,000 people in Bridgend, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Bridgend, Wales
- Postcodes
- CF33 and CF36
- Location
- 14 miles south-east of Swansea
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Porthcawl involve?
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
Which rules apply in Porthcawl?
Here is what usually applies to a Porthcawl job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- An electrical inspection and test at least every 5 years, with the report given to the contract-holder within 14 days.
- Mandatory licence for HMOs with 3 or more storeys and 5 or more people in 2 or more households; Wales did not adopt England’s 2018 change.
- Councils such as Cardiff and Swansea run additional licensing for HMOs outside the mandatory scheme.
- Landlords must register with Rent Smart Wales, and those who manage their own lets need a Rent Smart Wales licence.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Porthcawl?
| 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 – £1,300 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,650 – £11,300 | house |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for Wales, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Porthcawl follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 1–7 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Porthcawl landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Porthcawl:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Porthcawl
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 cover all of Porthcawl?
Yes. We work across Porthcawl and the CF33 and CF36 postcode areas, plus the rest of Bridgend. Nearby places we also cover include Pyle, Bridgend, Coity.
Does a shared house in Porthcawl need an HMO licence?
In Wales, mandatory licensing covers HMOs of 3 or more storeys with 5 or more people. Many councils, including Cardiff and Swansea, also run additional licensing for smaller HMOs. Every landlord must register with Rent Smart Wales.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Porthcawl?
Our guide ranges for Wales are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Rewires and EICR remedials near Porthcawl
- Pyle · 3 mi
- Bridgend · 6 mi
- Coity · 7 mi
- Maesteg · 9 mi
- Llantwit Major · 10 mi
- Briton Ferry · 12 mi
- All of Bridgend
Other HMO services in Porthcawl
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Porthcawl
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Porthcawl
- Full HMO refurbishment in Porthcawl
- House to HMO conversion in Porthcawl
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Porthcawl
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Porthcawl
- Extensions for extra rooms in Porthcawl
- EPC and energy upgrades in Porthcawl