- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
- Postcode areas
- NN, PE, OX, LE
- Main towns
- Northampton, Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough, Rushden
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Northamptonshire involve?
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Full or partial rewires
- Consumer unit replacement
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
Which rules apply in Northamptonshire?
- BS 7671, the wiring standard, calls for arc fault detection devices in HMOs on new socket circuits, such as rewires and consumer unit changes.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
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 Northamptonshire?
| 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 Northamptonshire
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Northamptonshire
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.
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 Northamptonshire?
Yes, across the whole of Northamptonshire, including Northampton, Corby, Kettering.
Who licenses HMOs in Northamptonshire?
HMOs in Northamptonshire 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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