HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Coleraine is 27 miles east of Derry. We price rewires and EICR remedials there against Northern Ireland’s HMO rules and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for. Coleraine has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT51 and BT52
- Location
- 27 miles east of Derry
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Coleraine involve?
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- Consumer unit replacement
Which rules apply in Coleraine?
The rules below are the Northern Ireland-wide position for this kind of work. The NI HMO Unit’s standards and licence conditions apply on top, so we always check the address in Coleraine before we price.
- HMO licence conditions require a satisfactory EICR at least every 5 years.
- A licence is needed where 3 or more people forming more than two households live as their main home and pay rent; the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council licenses for every council.
- Licences usually last 5 years, and landlords must also register with the NI landlord registration scheme.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Coleraine?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £360 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £630 – £1,250 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,400 – £10,800 | house |
Prices in Coleraine are shown with our regional adjustment for Northern Ireland (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–7 working days. If a council deadline applies in Coleraine, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
For student houses in Coleraine, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Coleraine landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Converting or adding rooms
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Coleraine
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 cover all of Coleraine?
Yes. We work across Coleraine and the BT51 and BT52 postcode areas, plus the rest of County Londonderry. Nearby places we also cover include Ballymena, Derry, Londonderry County Borough.
Does a shared house in Coleraine need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people forming more than two households live there as their main home and pay rent. Licensing for every council in Northern Ireland is run by the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Coleraine?
Our guide ranges for Northern Ireland 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 Coleraine
- Ballymena · 24 mi
- Derry · 27 mi
- Londonderry County Borough · 27 mi
- Antrim · 34 mi
- Strabane · 38 mi
- Larne · 39 mi
- All of County Londonderry
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