EICR

If you’re purchasing or renting a property, ensuring its electrical safety is crucial. Our certified electricians specialise in conducting thorough electrical installation condition reports (EICRs). These inspections provide a comprehensive assessment of your property’s electrical systems, offering you peace of mind and potentially saving you from future headaches and expenses; think of it as an MOT for your property. Let us help you understand the exact condition of your property’s electrics with our trusted services.

How an EICR Works:

  • Inspection and Assessment: A qualified electrician conducts a visual inspection and testing of the electrical installation. This includes checking sockets, switches, wiring, distribution boards, and other electrical components.   
  • Classification of Findings: The electrician categorises any issues found into three codes:  
    • C1 (Danger Present): Indicates there is an immediate danger, requiring urgent remedial action to make the installation safe. 
    • C2 (Potentially Dangerous): Signifies that there is a potential risk present, needing prompt repair or further investigation. 
    • C3 (Improvement Recommended): Suggests improvements are recommended to enhance the safety or functionality of the electrical installation, though they are not urgent. 
  • After the EICR you will be issued a pass or fail based on the findings. If passed, there may still be C3 recommendations that you can choose to address for better performance but are not mandatory.   
  • Remedial Action for Failure: If the property fails the EICR (typically due to C1 or C2 findings), it means there are significant safety concerns that need immediate attention. The electrician will discuss with you the necessary remedial work required to meet safety standards. 

Importance of EICRs

  • Safety Compliance: Ensures that the electrical installation meets current safety regulations, reducing the risk of electrical hazards such as fires or electric shocks.
  • Peace of Mind: Provides homeowners, landlords, or property managers with confidence in the safety and reliability of the electrical systems. In summary, an EICR is essential for verifying the safety and condition of electrical installations, promoting compliance with standards, and addressing any issues to ensure a safe living or working environment.
  • Legal Compliance: if you are letting your property out, you must undertake an EICR at every change of tenancy and/or a minimum of every 5 years, as of the 1st of June 2020.