HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Romford (RM1, RM2, RM7 and RM12) 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
- RM1, RM2, RM7 and RM12
- Location
- 14 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Romford involve?
- Electrical installation certificates
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Full or partial rewires
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Emergency lighting circuits
Which rules apply in Romford?
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 Romford 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.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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 Romford?
| 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 Romford 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?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–7 working days. If a council deadline applies in Romford, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Romford 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 Romford
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.
How far do you travel from Romford?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Romford the nearest towns on our list are Hornchurch (2 miles), Dagenham (2 miles), Becontree (3 miles).
Does a shared house in Romford 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 Romford?
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 Romford
- Hornchurch · 2 mi
- Dagenham · 2 mi
- Becontree · 3 mi
- Ilford · 5 mi
- Barking · 5 mi
- Thamesmead · 6 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Romford
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Romford
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Romford
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- House to HMO conversion in Romford
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