HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Eltham (SE9) 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.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- SE9
- Location
- 9 miles south-east of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Eltham involve?
- Electrical installation certificates
- Full or partial rewires
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Consumer unit replacement
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
Which rules apply in Eltham?
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 Eltham 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 Eltham?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for London, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Eltham follows a site visit.
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 Eltham landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Converting or adding rooms
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Eltham
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.
Which postcodes in Eltham do you work in?
All of them, including SE9, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Eltham?
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 Eltham?
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 Eltham
- Blackheath · 2 mi
- Welling · 3 mi
- Catford · 3 mi
- Greenwich · 3 mi
- Bexley · 4 mi
- Beckenham · 4 mi
- All of Greater London
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