EICR Electrical Certificates
As electrical engineers, we understand the importance of electrical safety in every home and workplace. That’s why we offer Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) to ensure that your electrical installations are safe, compliant and in good condition.
EICR certificates are legal documents that provide a detailed assessment of the safety of electrical installations, identifying any potential hazards and providing recommendations for improvements. As experts in electrical safety, our team of qualified electricians conducts thorough testing and inspections of your electrical systems and supplies you with an EICR certificate, giving you peace of mind and the assurance that your property is safe and in compliance with regulations.
Landlord Electrical Certificates
As a landlord, it is your responsibility to ensure that your rental property meets the required electrical safety standards. One way to ensure compliance is by obtaining an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) for your property.
The testing process for an EICR involves a thorough inspection and testing of all electrical installations in your property, including sockets, switches, lighting, and distribution boards.
EICR Testing
Our qualified electricians use specialized equipment and testing methods to identify any potential hazards, such as faulty wiring, inadequate earthing, or outdated components. We will also conduct visual inspections of your electrical installations to identify any visible damage or signs of wear and tear. Once the testing is complete, we will provide you with a detailed report outlining any issues found and recommendations for improvements. By conducting an EICR, you can ensure that your rental property is safe for your tenants and compliant with regulations.
Which rented properties do the Electrical Safety Regulations apply to?
The Regulations apply in all cases where a private tenant has a right to occupy a property as their only or main residence and pays rent. This includes assured shorthold tenancies and licences to occupy.
The Regulations require landlords to have the electrical installations in their properties inspected and tested by a person who is qualified and competent, at an interval of at least every 5 years.
Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020
“Landlords of privately rented accommodation must:
Ensure the electrical installations in their rented properties are inspected and tested by a qualified and competent person at an interval of at least every 5 years.
Obtain a report from the person conducting the inspection and test which gives the results and sets a date for the next inspection and test.” – gov.uk
EICR Benefits
Enhanced safety: EICRs are designed to identify and highlight any electrical hazards or faults in your electrical systems, enabling you to take corrective action to minimize risks and ensure the safety of your property’s occupants.
Compliance with regulations: EICRs are mandatory for landlords and provide proof that your electrical installations meet the required safety standards set out in the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020.
Reduced liability: By obtaining an EICR, you can demonstrate that you have taken steps to ensure the safety of your property’s occupants, thereby reducing your liability in the event of any electrical accidents.
Cost savings: EICRs can help identify potential problems before they escalate into costly repairs, ensuring that you can address issues early and avoid expensive emergency repairs.
Peace of mind: EICRs provide assurance that your electrical installations are safe, compliant, and in good condition, giving you peace of mind and enabling you to focus on other aspects of property management.
EICR for Heritage Properties
Heritage properties may require special attention when it comes to electrical safety standards and certification. Currently the law states landlords must acquire new EICR certificates every five years. However, you can have your electrics tested at any time you choose, giving you added peace of mind with regard to electrical safety in your heritage property.
Owners of older buildings such as thatched cottages and timber-frame buildings may benefit from an increased frequency of EICR testing to decrease risks of electrical fires for example.
Heritage properties, especially those with unique construction materials or features, may require more frequent EICR testing to ensure their electrical safety. Here are some examples of heritage properties that may require more frequent EICR testing:
Listed Buildings: Properties that are listed or located within a conservation area may have old electrical systems that require more frequent EICR testing to ensure their safety.
Thatched Roofs: Thatched roofs can be a fire hazard if the electrical system is not up to date. Hence, it is important to have an EICR done more frequently on these types of properties.
Timber-framed Buildings: Properties with wooden frames, especially those with timber cladding, may require more frequent EICR testing due to the increased risk of electrical fires.
Historic Properties: Historic properties with unique architectural features, such as old wiring systems, may require more frequent EICR testing to ensure their safety and prevent potential hazards.
Converted Properties: Properties that have been converted from their original use, such as barn conversions, may have unique electrical systems that require more frequent EICR testing to ensure their safety.
- EICR Somerset
- EICR Clackmannanshire
- EICR Monmouthshire (Sir Fynwy)
- EICR Isle of Anglesey (Ynys Mon)
- EICR Oxfordshire
- EICR Carmarthenshire
- EICR County Waterford
- EICR Staffordshire
- EICR Torfaen (Tor-faen)
- EICR Leicestershire
- EICR South Lanarkshire
- EICR Na h-Eileanan Siar
- EICR Bristol
- EICR South Yorkshire
- EICR County Louth
- EICR Pembrokeshire (Sir Benfro)
- EICR County Roscommon
- EICR East Riding of Yorkshire
- EICR East Renfrewshire
- EICR Blaenau Gwent
- EICR Wiltshire
- EICR Cumbria
- EICR Fife
- EICR Buckinghamshire
- EICR Cornwall
- EICR County Kildare
- EICR Greater London
- EICR County Cavan
- EICR Ceredigion
- EICR Hertfordshire
- EICR Swansea
- EICR Shetland Islands
- EICR County Kerry
- EICR Norfolk
- EICR Warwickshire
- EICR Gwynedd
- EICR Cambridgeshire
- EICR Denbighshire (Sir Ddinbych)
- EICR Lancashire
- EICR Dumfries and Galloway
- EICR County Carlow
- EICR Stirling
- EICR Dublin
- EICR County Offaly
- EICR West Lothian
- EICR Tyne and Wear
- EICR Powys
- EICR County Wexford
- EICR Lincolnshire
- EICR County Meath
- EICR Flintshire (Sir y Fflint)
- EICR Bedfordshire
- EICR Surrey
- EICR County Sligo
- EICR Shropshire
- EICR Bridgend (Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr)
- EICR County Mayo
- EICR West Sussex
- EICR Inverclyde
- EICR County Tipperary
- EICR Moray
- EICR Worcestershire
- EICR Caerphilly (Caerffili)
- EICR Neath Port Talbot (Castell-nedd Port Talbot)
- EICR North Yorkshire
- EICR County Laois
- EICR Merseyside
- EICR South Ayrshire
- EICR West Midlands
- EICR Derbyshire
- EICR Conwy
- EICR County Monaghan
- EICR Isle of Wight
- EICR County Westmeath
- EICR Northamptonshire
- EICR West Yorkshire
- EICR Highland
- EICR Dorset
- EICR Merthyr Tydfil (Merthyr Tudful)
- EICR Angus
- EICR Rutland
- EICR East Ayrshire
- EICR East Dunbartonshire
- EICR Orkney Islands
- EICR Scottish Borders
- EICR Cardiff (Caerdydd)
- EICR County Wicklow
- EICR County Leitrim
- EICR County Longford
- EICR Cheshire
- EICR City of Edinburgh
- EICR Wrexham (Wrecsam)
- EICR North Lanarkshire
- EICR Falkirk
- EICR Kent
- EICR Midlothian
- EICR Vale of Glamorgan (Bro Morgannwg)
- EICR Herefordshire
- EICR Perth and Kinross
- EICR Suffolk
- EICR Dundee City
- EICR Devon
- EICR Newport (Casnewydd)
- EICR County Durham
- EICR Greater Manchester
- EICR Argyll
- EICR Gloucestershire
- EICR Northumberland
- EICR Rhondda Cynon Taf
- EICR County Donegal
- EICR County Kilkenny
- EICR Essex
- EICR Nottinghamshire
- EICR County Clare
- EICR East Lothian
- EICR Hampshire
- EICR Glasgow City
- EICR North Ayrshire
- EICR County Cork
- EICR County Galway
- EICR Renfrewshire
- EICR Aberdeenshire
- EICR East Sussex
- EICR West Dunbartonshire
- EICR County Limerick
- EICR Berkshire