- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- HS, PA
- Main towns
- Isle of Lewis
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Na h-Eileanan Siar involve?
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Emergency lighting circuits
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Consumer unit replacement
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
Which rules apply in Na h-Eileanan Siar?
- 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 Na h-Eileanan Siar?
| 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 Na h-Eileanan Siar
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Na h-Eileanan Siar
How often does an HMO need an EICR?
At least every five years in England, Wales and Scotland, and HMO licence conditions in Northern Ireland ask for the same. Your licence may set extra conditions. Our HMO rules pages for each nation give the details.
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 carry out rewires and EICR remedials across Na h-Eileanan Siar?
Yes, across the whole of Na h-Eileanan Siar, including Isle of Lewis.
Who licenses HMOs in Na h-Eileanan Siar?
Na h-Eileanan Siar council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Full HMO refurbishment in Na h-Eileanan Siar
- House to HMO conversion in Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Extensions for extra rooms in Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Na h-Eileanan Siar