HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Sunbury-on-Thames is 15 miles south-west of London. We price rewires and EICR remedials there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- KT12, TW16 and TW17
- Location
- 15 miles south-west of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Sunbury-on-Thames involve?
- Full or partial rewires
- Electrical installation certificates
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
Which rules apply in Sunbury-on-Thames?
Here is what usually applies to a Sunbury-on-Thames 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.
- 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.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Sunbury-on-Thames?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £170 – £450 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £780 – £1,550 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,700 – £13,450 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Sunbury-on-Thames can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–7 working days. If a council deadline applies in Sunbury-on-Thames, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Sunbury-on-Thames landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Sunbury-on-Thames:
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Sunbury-on-Thames
Do you issue certificates?
Yes: installation or minor works certificates and written confirmation of remedials, issued by the qualified electrician who did the work.
Do you cover all of Sunbury-on-Thames?
Yes. We work across Sunbury-on-Thames and the KT12, TW16 and TW17 postcode areas, plus the rest of Surrey. Nearby places we also cover include Walton-on-Thames, Hampton, Hanworth.
Does a shared house in Sunbury-on-Thames 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 Sunbury-on-Thames?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Sunbury-on-Thames
- Walton-on-Thames · 1 mi
- Hampton · 2 mi
- Hanworth · 3 mi
- Ashford (Surrey) · 3 mi
- Feltham · 3 mi
- Esher · 3 mi
- All of Surrey
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- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Sunbury-on-Thames