- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- G
- Main towns
- Newton Mearns, Barrhead, Giffnock
What do rewires and EICR remedials in East Renfrewshire involve?
- Electrical installation certificates
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Full or partial rewires
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
Which rules apply in East Renfrewshire?
- An EICR before the first let and at least every 5 years, with C1 and C2 items fixed, PAT testing of supplied appliances and RCD protection.
- Every HMO needs a council licence: 3 or more people who are not all from one or two families, sharing basic amenities. Licences last up to 3 years.
- Landlords must also be on the Scottish landlord register, renewed every 3 years.
Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in East Renfrewshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £380 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £660 – £1,350 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,700 – £11,400 | 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 East Renfrewshire
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in East Renfrewshire
Is a full rewire disruptive?
Yes. It means lifting floorboards and chasing walls, so it is best done in an empty house or room by room during voids.
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 East Renfrewshire?
Yes, across the whole of East Renfrewshire, including Newton Mearns, Barrhead, Giffnock.
Who licenses HMOs in East Renfrewshire?
East Renfrewshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in East Renfrewshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in East Renfrewshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in East Renfrewshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in East Renfrewshire
- House to HMO conversion in East Renfrewshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in East Renfrewshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in East Renfrewshire
- Extensions for extra rooms in East Renfrewshire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in East Renfrewshire