HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Colchester (CO1 and CO2) 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. Colchester has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Essex, England
- Postcodes
- CO1 and CO2
- Location
- 40 miles south-east of Cambridge
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Colchester involve?
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Full or partial rewires
Which rules apply in Colchester?
Here is what usually applies to a Colchester job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
- 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 Colchester?
| 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 |
Prices in Colchester are shown with our regional adjustment for East of England (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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.
For student houses in Colchester, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Colchester landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Colchester:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Colchester
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 far do you travel from Colchester?
We cover the whole of Essex and work UK-wide. For Colchester the nearest towns on our list are Sudbury (13 miles), Clacton-on-Sea (13 miles), Witham (13 miles).
Does a shared house in Colchester 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 Colchester?
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 Colchester
- Sudbury · 13 mi
- Clacton-on-Sea · 13 mi
- Witham · 13 mi
- Maldon · 15 mi
- Braintree · 15 mi
- Ipswich · 16 mi
- All of Essex
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