- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- Yorkshire and the Humber
- Postcode areas
- S, DN
- Main towns
- Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Barnsley, Bentley
What do rewires and EICR remedials in South Yorkshire involve?
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Full or partial rewires
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
Which rules apply in South Yorkshire?
- 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.
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 South Yorkshire?
| 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 South Yorkshire
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in South Yorkshire
How long do I have to fix EICR items?
In England, remedial or further investigation work must be done within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so, and you must confirm completion to the tenants and the council.
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 South Yorkshire?
Yes, across the whole of South Yorkshire, including Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster.
Who licenses HMOs in South Yorkshire?
HMOs in South Yorkshire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in South Yorkshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in South Yorkshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in South Yorkshire
- Full HMO refurbishment in South Yorkshire
- House to HMO conversion in South Yorkshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in South Yorkshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in South Yorkshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in South Yorkshire
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in South Yorkshire