HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Christchurch is 20 miles south-west of Southampton. We price rewires and EICR remedials there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Dorset, England
- Postcodes
- BH6 and BH23
- Location
- 20 miles south-west of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South West
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Christchurch involve?
- Full or partial rewires
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- Consumer unit replacement
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
Which rules apply in Christchurch?
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 Christchurch 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 Christchurch?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South West, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Christchurch follows a site visit.
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 Christchurch landlords need it?
Landlords in Christchurch most often ask us for this when:
- Converting or adding rooms
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Christchurch
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.
Do you cover all of Christchurch?
Yes. We work across Christchurch and the BH6 and BH23 postcode areas, plus the rest of Dorset. Nearby places we also cover include Bournemouth, New Milton, Poole.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Christchurch?
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 Christchurch?
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 Christchurch
- Bournemouth · 4 mi
- New Milton · 5 mi
- Poole · 9 mi
- Totton · 18 mi
- Hythe · 19 mi
- Southampton · 20 mi
- All of Dorset
Other HMO services in Christchurch
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Christchurch
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Christchurch
- Full HMO refurbishment in Christchurch
- House to HMO conversion in Christchurch
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Christchurch
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Christchurch
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Christchurch
- Fire doors in Christchurch