EICR Electrical Safety Inspections

EICR & Electrical Safety Inspections

Electrical Installation Condition Reports for landlords, homeowners, buyers, sellers and businesses — with every finding explained in plain English.

NICEIC registered electricians

Costs agreed before work starts

Certification for completed work

Findings explained in plain English

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal inspection and test of a property's fixed wiring, consumer unit, sockets, switches, lighting and other permanently connected equipment. It records the condition of the installation and identifies anything that is dangerous, potentially dangerous or that would benefit from improvement.

Whether you're a landlord meeting your legal obligations, buying an older home, or simply want peace of mind about your wiring, we'll carry out the inspection thoroughly and give you a report you can actually understand — with each observation explained and prioritised.

When to call us

You're a landlord and your EICR is due or missing
You're buying, selling or renovating an older property
You've never had the wiring checked, or it was over ten years ago
Your insurer, mortgage lender or letting agent has requested one
You've noticed warning signs such as warm sockets or frequent tripping
You run a business and need to show electrical safety compliance

What's involved

1Visual inspection of the consumer unit, wiring, accessories and earthing/bonding
2Testing of a representative sample of circuits (or all circuits where required)
3RCD testing and protective device verification
4Coded observations: C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous), C3 (improvement recommended), FI (further investigation)
5Overall Satisfactory / Unsatisfactory outcome
6Written report with recommended next inspection date
7Quotation for any remedial work required

Good to know

How often should an EICR be done?

IET guidance generally recommends a periodic inspection at least every 10 years for owner-occupied homes and at least every 5 years for rented homes and many commercial premises — or sooner if the inspector recommends it.

Understanding C1, C2, C3 and FI

C1 means danger is present and immediate action is needed. C2 means potentially dangerous and urgent remedial action is required. C3 is a recommendation for improvement. FI means further investigation is needed. Any C1, C2 or FI results in an Unsatisfactory report.

How much does an EICR cost?

Every job is different, so we price it once we understand what's needed. The main factors are:

Number of circuits (usually the biggest factor)
Property size, type and age
Whether it's a single let, HMO or commercial premises
Access to the consumer unit, loft and outbuildings
Whether any remedial work is needed afterwards (quoted separately)

We explain charges before we attend and agree the price of any work with you before it starts. Sending photos in advance helps us quote more accurately.

EICR & Electrical Safety Inspections: FAQs

Is an EICR the same as an electrical safety certificate?

Yes, in everyday terms. People often call it an 'electrical safety certificate' or 'landlord electrical certificate', but the formal document is an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). It reports on the condition of the installation rather than certifying new work.

What do I need to do before an EICR?

Make sure there's clear access to the consumer unit and as many sockets and fittings as possible, including lofts and outbuildings. Power will be off to circuits during testing, so tell anyone at home or your tenants in advance, and have any previous reports or certificates to hand.

How long does an EICR take?

It depends on the size, age and condition of the installation. A typical flat or small house usually takes a few hours. Power will need to be switched off to circuits during testing, and we'll agree timings with you or your tenants in advance.

What happens if my EICR is unsatisfactory?

We'll explain each item and provide a quotation for remedial work. Once the work is complete, you'll receive written confirmation and the appropriate certification, so you can show the installation is now satisfactory.

Is an EICR the same as PAT testing?

No. An EICR covers the fixed electrical installation. PAT (portable appliance testing) covers plug-in appliances. Landlords and businesses may need to consider both.

Do you test every circuit?

We test the installation in line with BS 7671 and IET guidance. Where sample testing is used, the sample size and any limitations are recorded on the report.

EICR & Electrical Safety Inspections — areas covered

Available across Surrey, Reigate, Crawley & Mid Sussex, South West London, Richmond, Twickenham & Staines, Sutton & Morden, South East London, Bromley, Croydon & North Surrey, Berkshire, West Kent, Sussex.