In short: HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Across Orkney Islands, the work is planned around Scotland’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
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What do rewires and EICR remedials in Orkney Islands involve?
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Full or partial rewires
- Consumer unit replacement
Which rules apply in Orkney Islands?
- 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 Orkney Islands?
| 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.
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Orkney Islands
Do you issue certificates?
Yes: installation or minor works certificates and written confirmation of remedials, issued by the qualified electrician who did the work.
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 Orkney Islands?
Yes, across the whole of Orkney Islands.
Who licenses HMOs in Orkney Islands?
Orkney Islands council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Orkney Islands
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Orkney Islands
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Orkney Islands
- Full HMO refurbishment in Orkney Islands
- House to HMO conversion in Orkney Islands
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Orkney Islands
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Orkney Islands
- Student HMO refurbishment in Orkney Islands
- Communal kitchen refits in Orkney Islands