HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. For a house in City of Westminster 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
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- SW1 and W2
- Location
- 1 miles south-west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do rewires and EICR remedials in City of Westminster involve?
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
Which rules apply in City of Westminster?
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 City of Westminster 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.
- 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.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in City of Westminster?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £190 – £510 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £900 – £1,800 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £7,700 – £15,350 | house |
Prices in City of Westminster are shown with our regional adjustment for London (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.
When do City of Westminster landlords need it?
Landlords in City of Westminster most often ask us for this when:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in City of Westminster
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 cover all of City of Westminster?
Yes. We work across City of Westminster and the SW1 and W2 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Pimlico, London, Chelsea.
Does a shared house in City of Westminster 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 City of Westminster?
Our guide ranges for London 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 City of Westminster
- Pimlico · 1 mi
- London · 1 mi
- Chelsea · 2 mi
- Battersea · 2 mi
- Brixton · 3 mi
- Fulham · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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