- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- EH
- Main towns
- Livingston, Bathgate, Broxburn, Linlithgow, Armadale
What do rewires and EICR remedials in West Lothian involve?
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
- Full or partial rewires
- Extra sockets and USB points in rooms
Which rules apply in West Lothian?
- 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.
- 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 West Lothian?
| 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 West Lothian
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in West Lothian
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 West Lothian?
Yes, across the whole of West Lothian, including Livingston, Bathgate, Broxburn.
Who licenses HMOs in West Lothian?
West Lothian council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in West Lothian
- Fire alarm and detection systems in West Lothian
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in West Lothian
- Full HMO refurbishment in West Lothian
- House to HMO conversion in West Lothian
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in West Lothian
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in West Lothian
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in West Lothian
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in West Lothian