HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Burngreave (S1, S2, S3 and S4) 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
- South Yorkshire, England
- Postcodes
- S1, S2, S3 and S4
- Location
- 1 miles north-east of Sheffield
- Pricing region
- Yorkshire and the Humber
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Burngreave involve?
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
- Electrical installation certificates
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
Which rules apply in Burngreave?
Here is what usually applies to a Burngreave job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Burngreave?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Burngreave can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 1–7 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Burngreave landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Burngreave:
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Burngreave
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 cover all of Burngreave?
Yes. We work across Burngreave and the S1, S2, S3 and S4 postcode areas, plus the rest of South Yorkshire. Nearby places we also cover include Sheffield, Rotherham, Chapeltown.
Does a shared house in Burngreave 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 Burngreave?
Our guide ranges for Yorkshire and the Humber 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 Burngreave
- Sheffield · 1 mi
- Rotherham · 5 mi
- Chapeltown · 5 mi
- Dronfield · 6 mi
- Staveley · 10 mi
- Chesterfield · 10 mi
- All of South Yorkshire
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- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Burngreave
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- Communal kitchen refits in Burngreave
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Burngreave