HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Tottenham (N17) 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
- N17
- Location
- 7 miles north of London
- Council
- London Borough of Haringey
- Pricing region
- London
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Tottenham involve?
- Full or partial rewires
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Consumer unit replacement
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
Which rules apply in Tottenham?
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 Tottenham 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.
London Borough of Haringey: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) in force since 2013 for the area set out on the council's map. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing (all 21 wards) 17 Jun 2024-16 Jun 2029, approved 12 Mar 2024. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Selective licensing in 14 eastern wards (incl. Tottenham, Northumberland Park, Seven Sisters, Noel Park) 17 Nov 2022-16 Nov 2027. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Tottenham before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Haringey HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Tottenham?
| 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 Tottenham 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 Tottenham landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Tottenham:
- Converting or adding rooms
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Tottenham
How often does an HMO need an EICR?
At least every five years in England, Wales and Scotland, and HMO licence conditions in Northern Ireland ask for the same. Your licence may set extra conditions. Our HMO rules pages for each nation give the details.
Which postcodes in Tottenham do you work in?
All of them, including N17, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Which council covers HMOs in Tottenham?
Tottenham is covered by London Borough of Haringey. 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 Tottenham?
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 Tottenham
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