HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Landlords in Livingston (EH54) 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
- West Lothian, Scotland
- Postcodes
- EH54
- Location
- 13 miles west of Edinburgh
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Livingston involve?
- Consumer unit replacement
- Mains-powered alarm circuits
- Electrical installation certificates
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Full or partial rewires
Which rules apply in Livingston?
Here is what usually applies to a Livingston job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
- Every HMO needs a council licence: 3 or more people who are not all from one or two families, sharing basic amenities. Licences last up to 3 years.
- Landlords must also be on the Scottish landlord register, renewed every 3 years.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Livingston?
| 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 |
Prices in Livingston are shown with our regional adjustment for Scotland (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Livingston landlords need it?
Landlords in Livingston most often ask us for this when:
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Livingston
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.
Which postcodes in Livingston do you work in?
All of them, including EH54, and the surrounding parts of West Lothian.
Does a shared house in Livingston need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people who are not from one or two families share amenities as their main home: every HMO in Scotland needs a licence from the council, lasting up to 3 years.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Livingston?
Our guide ranges for Scotland 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 Livingston
- Broxburn · 3 mi
- Bathgate · 5 mi
- Linlithgow · 6 mi
- Armadale · 7 mi
- Bo’ness · 9 mi
- Rosyth · 10 mi
- All of West Lothian
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- Extensions for extra rooms in Livingston