HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. In Wood Green, a town of about 28,000 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
- N22
- Location
- 6 miles north of London
- Council
- London Borough of Haringey
- Pricing region
- London
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Wood Green involve?
- Electrical installation certificates
- Full or partial rewires
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Emergency lighting circuits
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
Which rules apply in Wood Green?
Rewires and EICR remedials in Wood Green must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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 Wood Green 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 Wood Green?
| 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 Wood Green can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Wood Green landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Wood Green
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 Wood Green?
Yes. We work across Wood Green and the N22 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Muswell Hill, Tottenham, Archway.
Which council covers HMOs in Wood Green?
Wood Green 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 Wood Green?
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 Wood Green
- Muswell Hill · 1 mi
- Tottenham · 2 mi
- Archway · 2 mi
- Stamford Hill · 3 mi
- Edmonton · 3 mi
- Holloway · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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