HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. For a house in Billericay we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Essex, England
- Postcodes
- CM11
- Location
- 25 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Billericay involve?
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Full or partial rewires
- Electrical installation certificates
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Consumer unit replacement
Which rules apply in Billericay?
Here is what usually applies to a Billericay job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Billericay?
| 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 | £740 – £1,500 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,350 – £12,700 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Billericay can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 1–7 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Billericay landlords need it?
Landlords in Billericay 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 Billericay
Do you issue certificates?
Yes: installation or minor works certificates and written confirmation of remedials, issued by the qualified electrician who did the work.
How far do you travel from Billericay?
We cover the whole of Essex and work UK-wide. For Billericay the nearest towns on our list are Basildon (4 miles), Wickford (5 miles), Brentwood (5 miles).
Does a shared house in Billericay 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 Billericay?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Billericay
- Basildon · 4 mi
- Wickford · 5 mi
- Brentwood · 5 mi
- Pitsea · 6 mi
- Stanford-le-Hope · 7 mi
- Chelmsford · 8 mi
- All of Essex
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