HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. For a house in Acocks Green we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- B25, B26 and B27
- Location
- 4 miles south-east of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Acocks Green involve?
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Electrical installation certificates
- Emergency lighting circuits
- Consumer unit replacement
Which rules apply in Acocks Green?
Rewires and EICR remedials in Acocks Green must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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 Acocks Green?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £150 – £400 | inspection |
| Consumer unit upgrade with RCBOs and AFDDs | £700 – £1,400 | £700 – £1,400 | house |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £6,000 – £12,000 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Acocks Green can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 1–7 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Acocks Green landlords need it?
Landlords in Acocks Green most often ask us for this when:
- Old wiring or an old fuse board
- Converting or adding rooms
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Acocks Green
How long do I have to fix EICR items?
In England, remedial or further investigation work must be done within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so, and you must confirm completion to the tenants and the council.
Which postcodes in Acocks Green do you work in?
All of them, including B25, B26 and B27, and the surrounding parts of West Midlands.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Acocks Green?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do rewires and EICR remedials cost in Acocks Green?
Our guide ranges for West Midlands 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 Acocks Green
- Shirley · 3 mi
- Solihull · 3 mi
- Washwood Heath · 4 mi
- Birmingham · 4 mi
- Aston · 4 mi
- Smethwick · 7 mi
- All of West Midlands
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