In short: HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. In Midlothian we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- EH
- Main towns
- Bonnyrigg, Penicuik, Mayfield, Dalkeith
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Midlothian involve?
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Emergency lighting circuits
Which rules apply in Midlothian?
- An EICR before the first let and at least every 5 years, with C1 and C2 items fixed, PAT testing of supplied appliances and RCD protection.
- Every HMO needs a council licence: 3 or more people who are not all from one or two families, sharing basic amenities. Licences last up to 3 years.
- Landlords must also be on the Scottish landlord register, renewed every 3 years.
Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Midlothian?
| 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 | £660 – £1,350 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,700 – £11,400 | 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 Midlothian
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Midlothian
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.
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 carry out rewires and EICR remedials across Midlothian?
Yes, across the whole of Midlothian, including Bonnyrigg, Penicuik, Mayfield.
Who licenses HMOs in Midlothian?
Midlothian council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Midlothian
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Midlothian
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Midlothian
- Full HMO refurbishment in Midlothian
- House to HMO conversion in Midlothian
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Midlothian
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Midlothian
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Midlothian
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Midlothian