HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. For a house in Sittingbourne we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Kent, England
- Postcodes
- ME10
- Location
- 39 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Sittingbourne involve?
- Full or partial rewires
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Electrical installation certificates
- Consumer unit replacement
- Emergency lighting circuits
Which rules apply in Sittingbourne?
Rewires and EICR remedials in Sittingbourne 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:
- 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- 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.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Sittingbourne?
| 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 Sittingbourne follows a site visit.
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 Sittingbourne landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Sittingbourne
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.
Do you cover all of Sittingbourne?
Yes. We work across Sittingbourne and the ME10 postcode areas, plus the rest of Kent. Nearby places we also cover include Faversham, Gillingham, Chatham.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Sittingbourne?
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 Sittingbourne?
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 Sittingbourne
- Faversham · 7 mi
- Gillingham · 9 mi
- Chatham · 9 mi
- Rochester · 10 mi
- Maidstone · 11 mi
- Strood · 12 mi
- All of Kent
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