- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South West
- Postcode areas
- EX, TQ, PL, DT
- Main towns
- Plymouth, Exeter, Paignton, Torquay, Newton Abbot
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Devon involve?
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Electrical installation certificates
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Full or partial rewires
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
Which rules apply in Devon?
- 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.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
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 Devon?
| 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 |
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 Devon
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Devon
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.
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 carry out rewires and EICR remedials across Devon?
Yes, across the whole of Devon, including Plymouth, Exeter, Paignton.
Who licenses HMOs in Devon?
HMOs in Devon are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Devon
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Devon
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Devon
- Full HMO refurbishment in Devon
- House to HMO conversion in Devon
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Devon
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Devon
- Fire doors in Devon
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Devon