- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
- Postcode areas
- LE, CV, DE, NG
- Main towns
- Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Coalville, Wigston Magna
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Leicestershire involve?
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
- Full or partial rewires
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
Which rules apply in Leicestershire?
- 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
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 Leicestershire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £150 – £390 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £680 – £1,350 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,800 – £11,650 | house |
Typical time on site: 1–7 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Rewires and EICR remedials by town in Leicestershire
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Leicestershire
Is a full rewire disruptive?
Yes. It means lifting floorboards and chasing walls, so it is best done in an empty house or room by room during voids.
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 carry out rewires and EICR remedials across Leicestershire?
Yes, across the whole of Leicestershire, including Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley.
Who licenses HMOs in Leicestershire?
HMOs in Leicestershire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
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