HMO rewires and EICR remedials across Bristol

In short: HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. We carry this out across Bristol, priced against the HMO rules for England and the council’s own standards.

Nation: England
Pricing region: South West
Postcode areas: BS
Main towns: Bristol

What do rewires and EICR remedials in Bristol involve?

Emergency lighting circuits
Mains-powered alarm circuits
Consumer unit replacement
Electrical installation certificates
EICR remedial works with confirmation
Full or partial rewires

Which rules apply in Bristol?

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.
Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.

Bristol City Council: local HMO schemes

Article 4 (HMO)	In force in part of the council area C3-C4 directions in Lawrence Hill, Ashley, Cabot, Cotham, Clifton East (11 Dec 2011); Clifton West, Redland (21 Oct 2012); Avonmouth Village and North/South/East Bristol areas (29 Jun 2020). New directions for parts of Brislington, Frome Vale, Purdown, Southmead & Horfield, St George and Westbury Park take effect 1 Jan 2027.
Additional licensing	In force across the council area City-wide additional licensing (3-4 sharers) from 6 Aug 2024 to 5 Aug 2029.
Selective licensing	In force in part of the council area Bishopston & Ashley Down, Cotham and Easton from 6 Aug 2024 (to 5 Aug 2029); Bedminster and Brislington West 6 Apr 2022-5 Apr 2027.

Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Bristol before you buy or start work. Source: Bristol City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.

How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Bristol?

Regional adjustment for South West. Planning budgets: see our prices page.
Item	UK typical	Local guide	Per
EICR, 5+ bedroom house	£150 – £400	£160 – £420	inspection
Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs	£700 – £1,400	£730 – £1,450	house
Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house	£6,000 – £12,000	£6,250 – £12,500	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 Bristol

Bristol

Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Bristol

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.

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.

Do you carry out rewires and EICR remedials across Bristol?

Yes, across the whole of Bristol, including Bristol.

Who licenses HMOs in Bristol?

HMOs in Bristol are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.

Rewires and EICR remedials across Bristol