HMO rewires and EICR remedials across Swansea

In short: HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. We carry this out across Swansea, priced against the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s own standards.

Nation: Wales
Pricing region: Wales
Postcode areas: SA
Main towns: Swansea, Gorseinon, Clydach

What do rewires and EICR remedials in Swansea involve?

Full or partial rewires
EICR remedial works with confirmation
Bathroom and kitchen circuits
Mains-powered alarm circuits
Electrical installation certificates
Emergency lighting circuits

Which rules apply in Swansea?

An electrical inspection and test at least every 5 years, with the report given to the contract-holder within 14 days.
Mandatory licence for HMOs with 3 or more storeys and 5 or more people in 2 or more households; Wales did not adopt England’s 2018 change.
Councils such as Cardiff and Swansea run additional licensing for HMOs outside the mandatory scheme.
Landlords must register with Rent Smart Wales, and those who manage their own lets need a Rent Smart Wales licence.

Swansea Council: local HMO schemes

Additional licensing	In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in Castle, Uplands, St Thomas and Waterfront wards from 14 Feb 2026 for five years (replaced 2020 Castle/Uplands scheme).
Selective licensing	No scheme found

Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Swansea before you buy or start work. Source: Swansea Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.

How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Swansea?

Regional adjustment for Wales. Planning budgets: see our prices page.
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 – £1,300	house
Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house	£6,000 – £12,000	£5,650 – £11,300	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 Swansea

Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Swansea

Do you issue certificates?

Yes: installation or minor works certificates and written confirmation of remedials, issued by the qualified electrician who did the work.

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.

Do you carry out rewires and EICR remedials across Swansea?

Yes, across the whole of Swansea, including Swansea, Gorseinon, Clydach.

Who licenses HMOs in Swansea?

Swansea council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.

Rewires and EICR remedials across Swansea