In short: HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Across City of Edinburgh, the work is planned around Scotland’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- EH
- Main towns
- Edinburgh
What do rewires and EICR remedials in City of Edinburgh involve?
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Emergency lighting circuits
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Electrical installation certificates
Which rules apply in City of Edinburgh?
- 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.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in City of Edinburgh?
| 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 City of Edinburgh
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in City of Edinburgh
Do you issue certificates?
Yes: installation or minor works certificates and written confirmation of remedials, issued by the qualified electrician who did the work.
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 City of Edinburgh?
Yes, across the whole of City of Edinburgh, including Edinburgh.
Who licenses HMOs in City of Edinburgh?
City of Edinburgh council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in City of Edinburgh
- Fire alarm and detection systems in City of Edinburgh
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in City of Edinburgh
- Full HMO refurbishment in City of Edinburgh
- House to HMO conversion in City of Edinburgh
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in City of Edinburgh
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in City of Edinburgh
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- Ensuite installation in City of Edinburgh