HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Swadlincote (DE11) 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
- Derbyshire, England
- Postcodes
- DE11
- Location
- 20 miles north-west of Leicester
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Swadlincote involve?
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- Full or partial rewires
- Consumer unit replacement
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
Which rules apply in Swadlincote?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Swadlincote before we price.
- 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 Swadlincote?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £150 – £390 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £680 – £1,350 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,800 – £11,650 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Swadlincote can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–7 working days. If a council deadline applies in Swadlincote, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Swadlincote landlords need it?
Landlords in Swadlincote most often ask us for this when:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Swadlincote
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 Swadlincote?
Yes. We work across Swadlincote and the DE11 postcode areas, plus the rest of Derbyshire. Nearby places we also cover include Burton upon Trent, Coalville, Derby.
Does a shared house in Swadlincote need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Swadlincote?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Swadlincote
- Burton upon Trent · 4 mi
- Coalville · 9 mi
- Derby · 11 mi
- Tamworth · 11 mi
- Lichfield · 13 mi
- Long Eaton · 15 mi
- All of Derbyshire
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