HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. In New Malden, a town of about 24,000 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
- KT3, KT4 and SW20
- Location
- 9 miles south-west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do rewires and EICR remedials in New Malden involve?
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
Which rules apply in New Malden?
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 New Malden 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.
- 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.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in New Malden?
| 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 New Malden 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 New Malden landlords need it?
Landlords in New Malden 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 New Malden
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 New Malden?
Yes. We work across New Malden and the KT3, KT4 and SW20 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Surbiton, Morden, Wimbledon.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in New Malden?
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 New Malden?
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 New Malden
- Surbiton · 2 mi
- Morden · 3 mi
- Wimbledon · 3 mi
- Ewell · 4 mi
- Mitcham · 4 mi
- Sutton · 4 mi
- All of Greater London
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- Fire alarm and detection systems in New Malden
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in New Malden
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- HMO fire safety upgrades in New Malden