HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. In Hayes, a town of around 95,000 people in Greater London, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- UB3, UB4, UB8 and UB11
- Location
- 13 miles west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Hayes involve?
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
- Full or partial rewires
- Electrical installation certificates
Which rules apply in Hayes?
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 Hayes before we price.
- 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.
- 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 Hayes?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Hayes can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Hayes landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Hayes:
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Hayes
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.
Do you cover all of Hayes?
Yes. We work across Hayes and the UB3, UB4, UB8 and UB11 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Southall, Heston, Greenford.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Hayes?
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 Hayes?
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 Hayes
- Southall · 2 mi
- Heston · 3 mi
- Greenford · 3 mi
- Northolt · 3 mi
- Uxbridge · 3 mi
- Ruislip · 4 mi
- All of Greater London
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