HMO electrical works keep the wiring in a shared house safe and certificated. Smethwick is 3 miles west of Birmingham. 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
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- B21, B66, B67 and B68
- Location
- 3 miles west of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do rewires and EICR remedials in Smethwick involve?
- Bathroom and kitchen circuits
- Full or partial rewires
- EICR remedial works with confirmation
- Consumer unit replacement
- Emergency lighting circuits
Which rules apply in Smethwick?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Smethwick before we price.
- 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.
- 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 Smethwick?
| 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 |
Prices in Smethwick are shown with our regional adjustment for West Midlands (in line with 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 Smethwick landlords need it?
Landlords in Smethwick most often ask us for this when:
- Converting or adding rooms
- An EICR with C1, C2 or FI items
Questions about rewires and EICR remedials in Smethwick
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 Smethwick?
Yes. We work across Smethwick and the B21, B66, B67 and B68 postcode areas, plus the rest of West Midlands. Nearby places we also cover include West Bromwich, Birmingham, Aston.
Does a shared house in Smethwick 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 Smethwick?
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 Smethwick
- West Bromwich · 2 mi
- Birmingham · 3 mi
- Aston · 4 mi
- Bartley Green · 4 mi
- Halesowen · 5 mi
- Wednesbury · 5 mi
- All of West Midlands
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