HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. In Andover, a town of around 40,000 people in Hampshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- SP10 and SP11
- Location
- 22 miles north of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Andover involve?
- Electrical installation certificates
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Full or partial rewires
Which rules apply in Andover?
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 Andover 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 Andover?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £170 – £450 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £780 – £1,550 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Andover 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 Andover landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Andover:
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Andover
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 Andover?
We cover the whole of Hampshire and work UK-wide. For Andover the nearest towns on our list are Winchester (13 miles), Newbury (15 miles), Salisbury (16 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Andover?
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 Andover?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Andover
- Winchester · 13 mi
- Newbury · 15 mi
- Salisbury · 16 mi
- Thatcham · 17 mi
- Basingstoke · 18 mi
- Eastleigh · 18 mi
- All of Hampshire
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