HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. For a house in Edinburgh we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately. With students as well as working sharers renting in Edinburgh, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- City of Edinburgh, Scotland
- Postcodes
- EH1, EH2, EH3 and EH6
- Location
- 42 miles east of Glasgow
- Council
- City of Edinburgh Council
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Edinburgh involve?
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
Which rules apply in Edinburgh?
Here is what usually applies to a Edinburgh job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for Scotland, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Edinburgh 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.
For student houses in Edinburgh, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Edinburgh landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Converting or adding rooms
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Edinburgh
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 Edinburgh?
Yes. We work across Edinburgh and the EH1, EH2, EH3 and EH6 postcode areas, plus the rest of City of Edinburgh. Nearby places we also cover include Musselburgh, Dalkeith, Bonnyrigg.
Which council covers HMOs in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is covered by City of Edinburgh Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Edinburgh?
Our guide ranges for Scotland 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 Edinburgh
- Musselburgh · 6 mi
- Dalkeith · 6 mi
- Bonnyrigg · 6 mi
- Mayfield · 8 mi
- Penicuik · 8 mi
- Broxburn · 11 mi
- All of City of Edinburgh
Other HMO services in Edinburgh
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Edinburgh
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Edinburgh
- Full HMO refurbishment in Edinburgh
- House to HMO conversion in Edinburgh
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Edinburgh
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Edinburgh
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Edinburgh
- Student HMO refurbishment in Edinburgh