HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. For a house in Greenford 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
- UB6 and W7
- Location
- 10 miles west of London
- Council
- London Borough of Ealing
- Pricing region
- London
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Greenford involve?
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Electrical installation certificates
Which rules apply in Greenford?
Rewires and EICR remedials in Greenford must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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.
London Borough of Ealing: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Immediate direction for Perivale from 30 Oct 2024 and non-immediate direction for the rest of the borough from 2025. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing 1 Apr 2022-31 Mar 2027; renewal consulted 15 Jul-24 Sep 2026. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Two designations covering most wards: 1 Apr 2022-31 Mar 2027 (e.g. Southall, East/North Acton) and 3 Jan 2023-2 Jan 2028 (e.g. Greenford, Northolt, Perivale, Ealing Common). |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Greenford before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Ealing HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Greenford?
| 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 Greenford 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?
Allow 1–7 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Greenford landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Greenford:
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Greenford
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 Greenford?
Yes. We work across Greenford and the UB6 and W7 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Northolt, Southall, Brent.
Which council covers HMOs in Greenford?
Greenford is covered by London Borough of Ealing. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Greenford?
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 Greenford
- Northolt · 1 mi
- Southall · 2 mi
- Brent · 3 mi
- Wembley · 3 mi
- Hayes · 3 mi
- Heston · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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