HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Hythe is 3 miles south of Southampton. We price rewires and EICR remedials there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- SO19, SO31 and SO45
- Location
- 3 miles south of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Hythe involve?
- Consumer unit replacement
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
Which rules apply in Hythe?
Here is what usually applies to a Hythe 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.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Hythe?
| 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 Hythe 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 Hythe landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Hythe:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Hythe
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.
Do you cover all of Hythe?
Yes. We work across Hythe and the SO19, SO31 and SO45 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hampshire. Nearby places we also cover include Southampton, Totton, Eastleigh.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Hythe?
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 Hythe?
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 Hythe
- Southampton · 3 mi
- Totton · 6 mi
- Eastleigh · 8 mi
- Cowes · 8 mi
- Fareham · 10 mi
- Newport (Isle of Wight) · 12 mi
- All of Hampshire
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