HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Basingstoke (RG21, RG24 and RG25) 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
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- RG21, RG24 and RG25
- Location
- 14 miles south of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Basingstoke involve?
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Consumer unit replacement
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Electrical installation certificates
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
Which rules apply in Basingstoke?
Here is what usually applies to a Basingstoke job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Electrical installations must be inspected and tested at least every 5 years; remedial work is due within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
- 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 Basingstoke?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South East, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Basingstoke follows a site visit.
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 Basingstoke landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Basingstoke:
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Basingstoke
How long do I have to fix EICR items?
In England, remedial or further investigation work must be done within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so, and you must confirm completion to the tenants and the council.
How far do you travel from Basingstoke?
We cover the whole of Hampshire and work UK-wide. For Basingstoke the nearest towns on our list are Fleet (11 miles), Thatcham (12 miles), Yateley (12 miles).
Does a shared house in Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke?
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 Basingstoke
- Fleet · 11 mi
- Thatcham · 12 mi
- Yateley · 12 mi
- Farnham · 13 mi
- Lower Earley · 13 mi
- Aldershot · 14 mi
- All of Hampshire
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