EICR Remedial Work Costs 2025 – UK Guide to Post-EICR Repairs
🛠️ How Much Does Remedial Electrical Work Cost After an EICR? UK 2025 Guide
If your property has failed an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report), the next step is fixing the issues highlighted in the report. These fixes are known as remedial electrical work.
This guide explains the typical remedial work costs in the UK for 2025, what affects pricing, how long repairs take, and when an electrician must return to re-test the installation.
📚 Contents
- 🔧 What Is Remedial Electrical Work?
- 📑 How EICR Codes Affect Repair Costs
- 💷 Typical Remedial Work Costs (2025)
- 🏠 Larger Repairs & Their Costs
- ⏱️ How Long Do Remedial Repairs Take?
- 🔍 What Affects Cost?
- 🔄 Do You Need an EICR Re-Test After Repairs?
- 🔗 Related Guides
- ❓ Frequently Asked Questions
🔧 What Is Remedial Electrical Work?
Remedial work refers to repairs needed to fix dangerous or non-compliant issues identified during an EICR.
Repairs usually relate to:
- faulty wiring
- unsafe consumer units
- missing RCD protection
- damaged sockets / switches
- missing bonding
- loose connections
If the EICR showed C1, C2 or FI codes, repairs are required before you can get a Satisfactory certificate.
To understand the codes, see: EICR Codes Explained (C1, C2, C3, FI) .
📑 How EICR Codes Affect Repair Costs
The cost of remedial work depends on which fault codes your report has:
- C1 – Danger Present: must be fixed immediately
- C2 – Potentially Dangerous: repair required ASAP
- C3 – Improvement Recommended: optional upgrade
- FI – Further Investigation: may require extra testing
C1/C2/FI almost always require paid remedial work.
💷 Typical Remedial Work Costs (Common Repairs)
These are average UK prices for the most common electrical fixes after an EICR:
| Repair Type | Typical UK Cost |
|---|---|
| Replace damaged socket / switch | £40 – £90 |
| Add or repair bonding to gas/water | £120 – £250 |
| Install RCD / RCBO protection | £150 – £350 per circuit |
| Replace broken light fitting | £40 – £80 |
| Repair damaged wiring | £80 – £200 per circuit |
| Fix loose connections | £40 – £100 |
| Replace cracked or heat-damaged accessories | £40 – £120 |
🏠 Larger Remedial Repairs & Their Costs
Some EICR failures require larger repairs:
- Consumer unit replacement: £450 – £900
- Rewire of single circuit: £150 – £350
- Full rewire (depending on size): £2,500 – £6,000+
- Installing earth rods (TT system): £120 – £250
- Replacing tails / main earth cable: £120 – £250
For full detail on EICR costs, see: EICR Cost Guide UK 2025 .
⏱️ How Long Do Remedial Repairs Take?
Repair time depends on the type of fault:
- Socket/switch replacement: 15–30 minutes
- Bonding upgrades: 1–2 hours
- RCD/RCBO installation: 1–2 hours
- Consumer unit replacement: 4–6 hours + testing
- Single circuit rewire: 2–4 hours
- Full rewire: 2–5 days
For EICR duration times, see: How Long Does an EICR Take? .
🔍 What Affects Remedial Work Cost?
Prices depend on:
- property type (flat, house, HMO, commercial)
- access to circuits & consumer unit
- number of circuits affected
- age of installation
- whether rewiring is needed
- type of replacement parts
HMOs and commercial properties usually cost more due to higher circuit counts.
🔄 Do You Need an EICR Re-Test After Repairs?
Yes — after repairs, an electrician must verify the installation is now safe.
Re-test costs and timings are explained here: EICR Re-Test Cost Guide 2025 .
🔗 Related Guides
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to fix C3 issues?
No — C3 is optional, but often recommended for safety.
Can I get a Satisfactory EICR without repairs?
No — C1, C2 or FI issues must be resolved.
Can landlords be fined for ignoring remedial work?
Yes — under UK regulations, fines can reach £30,000.
Does a full rewire include a new EICR?
Yes — an EICR or installation certificate is issued after major work.
Are remedial costs tax-deductible for landlords?
Yes — repairs (not improvements) are typically allowable expenses.
Understanding remedial work costs helps you plan repairs, stay compliant, and ensure your electrical installation meets UK safety standards in 2025.