HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Falmouth (TR10 and TR11) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Cornwall, England
- Postcodes
- TR10 and TR11
- Location
- 44 miles west of Plymouth
- Pricing region
- South West
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Falmouth involve?
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Consumer unit replacement
- Electrical installation certificates
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Full or partial rewires
Which rules apply in Falmouth?
Rewires and EICR remedials in Falmouth 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.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Falmouth?
| 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 |
Prices in Falmouth are shown with our regional adjustment for South West (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Falmouth landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Falmouth
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.
Which postcodes in Falmouth do you work in?
All of them, including TR10 and TR11, and the surrounding parts of Cornwall.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Falmouth?
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 Falmouth?
Our guide ranges for South West 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 Falmouth
- Truro · 8 mi
- Redruth · 9 mi
- Camborne · 11 mi
- Newquay · 18 mi
- St Austell · 18 mi
- Plymouth · 44 mi
- All of Cornwall
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