HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Kettering (NN14 and NN16) 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
- NN14 and NN16
- Location
- 23 miles south-west of Peterborough
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Kettering involve?
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Full or partial rewires
- Electrical installation certificates
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
Which rules apply in Kettering?
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 Kettering 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.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Kettering?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Kettering can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 1–7 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Kettering landlords need it?
Landlords in Kettering 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 Kettering
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.
How far do you travel from Kettering?
We cover the whole of Northamptonshire and work UK-wide. For Kettering the nearest towns on our list are Wellingborough (7 miles), Corby (7 miles), Rushden (9 miles).
Does a shared house in Kettering need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Kettering?
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 Kettering
- Wellingborough · 7 mi
- Corby · 7 mi
- Rushden · 9 mi
- Market Harborough · 10 mi
- Northampton · 12 mi
- Wigston Magna · 20 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
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- Fire alarm and detection systems in Kettering
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Kettering
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- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Kettering