HMORefurbishment

Greater London, England

Rewires and EICR remedials in Finchley

We carry out rewires and EICR remedials in Finchley, 7 miles north-west of London, working to the HMO rules that apply in England and to the council’s written HMO standards.

Electrician fitting a new metal consumer unit with RCBOs

HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Finchley (N3) 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
N3
Location
7 miles north-west of London
Pricing region
London

What do rewires and EICR remedials in Finchley involve?

  • Full or partial rewires
  • Bathroom and kitchen circuits
  • EICR remedial works with confirmation
  • Electrical installation certificates
  • Mains-powered alarm circuits

Which rules apply in Finchley?

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 Finchley 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.
  • 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 Finchley?

ItemUK typicalLocal guidePer
EICR, 5+ bedroom house£150 – £400£190 – £510inspection
Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs£700 – £1,400£900 – £1,800house
Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house£6,000 – £12,000£7,700 – £15,350house

Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Finchley 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 Finchley landlords need it?

We usually get the call when:

  • Old wiring or an old fuse board
  • An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items

Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Finchley

Do you issue certificates?

Yes: installation or minor works certificates and written confirmation of remedials, issued by the qualified electrician who did the work.

Do you cover all of Finchley?

Yes. We work across Finchley and the N3 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Muswell Hill, Cricklewood, Kilburn.

Does a shared house in Finchley 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 Finchley?

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.

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