HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Ely is 15 miles north-east of Cambridge. We price rewires and EICR remedials there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Cambridgeshire, England
- Postcodes
- CB6 and CB7
- Location
- 15 miles north-east of Cambridge
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Ely involve?
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Consumer unit replacement
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Full or partial rewires
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
Which rules apply in Ely?
Rewires and EICR remedials in Ely must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Ely?
| 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 | £740 – £1,500 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,350 – £12,700 | house |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for East of England, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Ely follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Allow 1–7 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Ely landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Ely
Do you issue certificates?
Yes: installation or minor works certificates and written confirmation of remedials, issued by the qualified electrician who did the work.
How far do you travel from Ely?
We cover the whole of Cambridgeshire and work UK-wide. For Ely the nearest towns on our list are Newmarket (12 miles), March (13 miles), Cambridge (15 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Ely?
With the local council for the address. 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 Ely?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Ely
- Newmarket · 12 mi
- March · 13 mi
- Cambridge · 15 mi
- Wisbech · 19 mi
- Huntingdon · 20 mi
- Thetford · 21 mi
- All of Cambridgeshire
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