HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. For a house in Shepherds Bush 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
- W12
- Location
- 4 miles west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Shepherds Bush involve?
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Full or partial rewires
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
Which rules apply in Shepherds Bush?
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 Shepherds Bush 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.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Shepherds Bush?
| 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 Shepherds Bush 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 Shepherds Bush landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Shepherds Bush:
- Converting or adding rooms
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Shepherds Bush
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 Shepherds Bush?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Shepherds Bush the nearest towns on our list are Notting Hill (1 miles), Chiswick (2 miles), Fulham (2 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Shepherds Bush?
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 Shepherds Bush?
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 Shepherds Bush
- Notting Hill · 1 mi
- Chiswick · 2 mi
- Fulham · 2 mi
- Willesden · 2 mi
- Acton · 2 mi
- Barnes · 2 mi
- All of Greater London
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