HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Broadstairs is in Kent. 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
- Kent, England
- Postcodes
- CT10 and CT11
- Pricing region
- South East
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Broadstairs involve?
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Full or partial rewires
- Consumer unit replacement
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
Which rules apply in Broadstairs?
Rewires and EICR remedials in Broadstairs 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.
- 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 Broadstairs?
| 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 Broadstairs 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 Broadstairs landlords need it?
Landlords in Broadstairs most often ask us for this when:
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Broadstairs
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.
How far do you travel from Broadstairs?
We cover the whole of Kent and work UK-wide. For Broadstairs the nearest towns on our list are Saint Peters (1 miles), Ramsgate (2 miles), Margate (3 miles).
Does a shared house in Broadstairs 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 Broadstairs?
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 Broadstairs
- Saint Peters · 1 mi
- Ramsgate · 2 mi
- Margate · 3 mi
- Deal · 9 mi
- Herne Bay · 14 mi
- Canterbury · 17 mi
- All of Kent
Other HMO services in Broadstairs
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Broadstairs
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Broadstairs
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- House to HMO conversion in Broadstairs
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- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Broadstairs
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Broadstairs