About this service
HMO electrical work involves the fixed wiring within individual rooms and shared areas, plus systems such as fire alarms, emergency lighting, door entry, extract ventilation and landlord supplies. The exact requirements depend on the building, occupancy and licence conditions.
A standard house arrangement may not be adequate where escape routes, shared kitchens, multiple consumer units and locked service areas are involved. Electrical inspection should be coordinated with the property’s fire-risk and licensing documents.
Common problems we help with
Shared and tenant circuits are poorly separated
Unclear supplies make isolation, metering and responsibility difficult.
Fire detection does not suit the layout
Conversions and room changes can leave inadequate detection or poorly positioned devices.
Emergency lighting records are missing
Shared escape routes may require routine tests and documented maintenance.
High-use kitchens overload limited outlets
Multiple occupants and appliances increase load and wear on accessories.
How we carry out the work
Review layout and available documents
We consider room use, common parts, licence conditions, fire-risk information and existing certificates.
Inspect the installation and life-safety systems
Fixed wiring, distribution, alarms and emergency lighting are checked within the agreed scope.
Coordinate remedial and routine work
Priority repairs, certificates, labels and future test schedules are brought together.
What is normally included?
- Initial discussion about the property, symptoms, priorities and timescale
- Assessment of the relevant circuit, equipment, access and existing protection
- A written scope for the proposed hmo electrical compliance work
- The agreed installation or repair work, with disruption kept to a reasonable minimum
- Inspection, electrical testing and appropriate handover documentation
Before the work starts
- The exact result expected from the hmo electrical compliance work
- Condition and capacity of the existing circuit
- Cable routes, access and protection of finishes
- Testing, certification and any future requirements
What affects the price?
The price depends on the existing installation and the amount of work required. For hmo electrical compliance, the main factors normally include:
- Extent of the work and material specification
- Accessibility and working conditions
- Alterations needed to the existing installation
- Inspection, testing and documentation
Testing, certificates and handover
Once the installation work is complete, we inspect and test it and provide the records that apply to the job.
- Completed electrical test results
- Applicable certificate or minor-works record
- Operating and isolation explanation
- A written record of the completed work
HMO Electrical Compliance questions
Is a domestic EICR enough for an HMO?
The fixed installation still needs an appropriate EICR, but HMO duties may also involve shared systems and licence-specific measures.
How often should emergency lighting be tested?
Routine functional and duration testing should follow the applicable standard, risk assessment and maintenance schedule.
Can tenants reset alarm or electrical equipment?
Access and controls should be managed so occupants can respond safely without exposing live parts or disabling protection.
Booking the work
What happens after you contact us
1. Discuss the job
Tell us about the property, the symptoms or the result you want. Photographs and model numbers are often helpful.
2. Inspect and quote
We check the relevant installation and give you a written quotation showing what is included.
3. Complete and test
We carry out the agreed work, verify it electrically and explain any controls, labels or certificates at handover.