- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- PA
- Main towns
- Paisley, Renfrew, Johnstone, Erskine
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Renfrewshire involve?
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
Which rules apply in Renfrewshire?
- 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 Renfrewshire?
| 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 Renfrewshire
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Renfrewshire
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 Renfrewshire?
Yes, across the whole of Renfrewshire, including Paisley, Renfrew, Johnstone.
Who licenses HMOs in Renfrewshire?
Renfrewshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Renfrewshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Renfrewshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Renfrewshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in Renfrewshire
- House to HMO conversion in Renfrewshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Renfrewshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Renfrewshire
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Renfrewshire
- Sound insulation in Renfrewshire