HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Daventry (NN11) 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
- Northamptonshire, England
- Postcodes
- NN11
- Location
- 18 miles south-east of Coventry
- Council
- West Northamptonshire Council
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Daventry involve?
- Electrical installation certificates
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
Which rules apply in Daventry?
Rewires and EICR remedials in Daventry must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
West Northamptonshire Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 directions cover several areas of Northampton (from 2011 onwards). |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in 20 wards across Northampton and Daventry 24 Feb 2025-23 Feb 2030 (replaced 2020-2025 scheme). |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Daventry before you buy or start work. Source: West Northamptonshire Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Daventry?
| 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 Daventry 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 Daventry, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Daventry landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Daventry
Do you issue certificates?
Yes: installation or minor works certificates and written confirmation of remedials, issued by the qualified electrician who did the work.
How far do you travel from Daventry?
We cover the whole of Northamptonshire and work UK-wide. For Daventry the nearest towns on our list are Rugby (9 miles), Northampton (12 miles), Royal Leamington Spa (15 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Daventry?
Daventry is covered by West Northamptonshire Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Daventry?
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 Daventry
- Rugby · 9 mi
- Northampton · 12 mi
- Royal Leamington Spa · 15 mi
- Banbury · 15 mi
- Warwick · 18 mi
- Coventry · 18 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
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