HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Boston (PE21 and PE22) 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
- Lincolnshire, England
- Postcodes
- PE21 and PE22
- Location
- 27 miles south-east of Lincoln
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Boston involve?
- Full or partial rewires
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Consumer unit replacement
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
Which rules apply in Boston?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Boston before we price.
- 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 Boston?
| 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 |
Prices in Boston are shown with our regional adjustment for East Midlands (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–7 working days. If a council deadline applies in Boston, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Boston landlords need it?
Landlords in Boston most often ask us for this when:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Boston
Do you issue certificates?
Yes: installation or minor works certificates and written confirmation of remedials, issued by the qualified electrician who did the work.
Do you cover all of Boston?
Yes. We work across Boston and the PE21 and PE22 postcode areas, plus the rest of Lincolnshire. Nearby places we also cover include Spalding, Skegness, Wisbech.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Boston?
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 Boston?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Boston
- Spalding · 14 mi
- Skegness · 19 mi
- Wisbech · 23 mi
- King's Lynn · 23 mi
- Grantham · 26 mi
- Lincoln · 27 mi
- All of Lincolnshire
Other HMO services in Boston
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Boston
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Boston
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