EICR Electrical Certificates Scottish Borders
As electrical engineers in the Scottish Borders area, 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 Scottish Borders
As a Scottish Borders 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 Scottish Borders
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equipment and testing methods to identify any potential hazards, such as faulty wiring, inadequate earthing, or outdated components.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 in Scottish Borders 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 for Landlords in Scottish Borders
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 Scottish Borders landlords and property owners can address issues early and avoid expensive emergency repairs.
Peace of mind: EICRs provide Scottish Borders residents with assurance that 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 around Scottish Borders
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 to protect those Scottish Borders heritage properties and landmarks.
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.
Local Electricians for EICR Testing and Certificates in Scottish Borders
- EICR Minto
- EICR Cockburnspath
- EICR Yarrowford
- EICR Walkerburn
- EICR Whitsome
- EICR Legerwood
- EICR Drumelzier
- EICR Crailinghall
- EICR Mordington Holdings
- EICR Carolside
- EICR Horndean
- EICR Oxnam
- EICR Ettleton
- EICR Cavers
- EICR Saughtree
- EICR Reston
- EICR Houndwood
- EICR Cappercleuch
- EICR Roberton
- EICR West Linton
- EICR Caddonlee
- EICR Ashiestiel
- EICR Lempitlaw
- EICR Traquair
- EICR Old Belses
- EICR Lilliesleaf
- EICR Bedshiel
- EICR Bowden
- EICR Midlem
- EICR Preston
- EICR Bowshank
- EICR Belses
- EICR Foulden
- EICR Lamberton
- EICR Hume
- EICR Boleside
- EICR Broadmeadows
- EICR Abbey St. Bathans
- EICR Westruther
- EICR Denholm
- EICR Buxley
- EICR Smailholm
- EICR Peebles
- EICR Tweedsmuir
- EICR Baddinsgill
- EICR Caerlanrig
- EICR Ladykirk
- EICR Clintmains
- EICR Teviothead
- EICR Dryhope
- EICR Broughton
- EICR Fogo
- EICR Old Cambus
- EICR Ednam
- EICR Caver
- EICR Allanshaws
- EICR Craigierig
- EICR Hobkirk
- EICR Eccles
- EICR Birgham
- EICR St Boswells
- EICR Melrose
- EICR Kelso
- EICR Eyemouth
- EICR Camptown
- EICR Abbotrule
- EICR Philiphaugh
- EICR Hallrule
- EICR Cessford
- EICR Cardrona
- EICR Mossfennan
- EICR Kingledoors
- EICR Heriot
- EICR Stirches
- EICR Linton
- EICR Eddleston
- EICR Paxton
- EICR Selkirk
- EICR Darnick
- EICR Maxton
- EICR Southdean
- EICR Chirnsidebridge
- EICR Eckford
- EICR Wilton Dean
- EICR Oxton
- EICR Crailing
- EICR Bowismiln
- EICR Yarrow
- EICR Yair
- EICR Bowerhope
- EICR Darnhall Mains
- EICR Lauder
- EICR Town Yetholm
- EICR Longformacus
- EICR Buckholm
- EICR Hownam
- EICR Menzion
- EICR Newcastleton
- EICR Blackadder
- EICR Allanbank
- EICR Ettrickbridge
- EICR Chirnside
- EICR Heiton
- EICR Bellspool
- EICR Stow of Wedale
- EICR Longnewton
- EICR Blyth Bridge
- EICR Press Castle
- EICR Skirling
- EICR Bairnkine
- EICR Bedrule
- EICR Burnfoot - Scottish Borders
- EICR Craik
- EICR Polwarth
- EICR Calzeat
- EICR Kirkton
- EICR Coldstream
- EICR Clappers
- EICR Falnash
- EICR Fountainhall
- EICR Falahill
- EICR Newstead
- EICR Ettrick
- EICR Carlops
- EICR Polmood
- EICR Allanton
- EICR Coldingham
- EICR Greycrook
- EICR Earlston
- EICR Woll
- EICR Ruberslaw
- EICR Kalemouth
- EICR Morebattle
- EICR Edgerston
- EICR Hutton
- EICR Salenside
- EICR Lennel
- EICR Addinston
- EICR Tweedbank
- EICR Auchencrow
- EICR Fishwick
- EICR Leitholm
- EICR Hawick
- EICR Newtown St Boswells
- EICR Kirk Yetholm
- EICR Gattonside
- EICR Romannobridge
- EICR Swinton - Scottish Borders
- EICR Buccleuch
- EICR Romanno Bridge
- EICR Nisbet
- EICR Galashiels
- EICR Dewar
- EICR Gordon
- EICR Cranshaws
- EICR Grantshouse
- EICR Sprouston
- EICR Bonjedward
- EICR Mowhaugh
- EICR Wauchope
- EICR Nenthorn
- EICR Allanshaugh
- EICR Broadmeadows
- EICR Bowhill
- EICR Bemersyde
- EICR Bridgelands
- EICR Burnmouth
- EICR Ayton
- EICR Bonchester Bridge
- EICR Dinlabyre
- EICR Stow
- EICR Edrom
- EICR Kilbucho
- EICR Appletreehall
- EICR Gavinton
- EICR Ashkirk
- EICR Jedburgh
- EICR Greenlaw
- EICR Houndslow
- EICR Innerleithen
- EICR Redscarhead
- EICR Newmill-on-Teviot
- EICR Lanton
- EICR Clovenfords
- EICR Caddonfoot
- EICR Stichill
- EICR Ancrum
- EICR Dryburgh
- EICR Branxholme
- EICR Lindean
- EICR St. Abbs
- EICR Newlands - Scottish Borders
- EICR Broadhaugh
- EICR Bordlands
- EICR Roxburgh
- EICR Duns