HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Fleetwood (FY5, FY6 and FY7) 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
- Lancashire, England
- Postcodes
- FY5, FY6 and FY7
- Location
- 17 miles north-west of Preston
- Pricing region
- North West
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Fleetwood involve?
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Full or partial rewires
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
- Electrical installation certificates
Which rules apply in Fleetwood?
Rewires and EICR remedials in Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £380 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £670 – £1,350 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,750 – £11,500 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood
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.
Which postcodes in Fleetwood do you work in?
All of them, including FY5, FY6 and FY7, and the surrounding parts of Lancashire.
Does a shared house in Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Fleetwood
- Thornton-Cleveleys · 4 mi
- Fylde · 7 mi
- Blackpool · 8 mi
- Morecambe · 12 mi
- Lancaster · 12 mi
- Lytham St Annes · 13 mi
- All of Lancashire
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