What is an EICR certificate?
An electrical installation condition report (EICR) also known as a Periodic Inspection Check is carried out to ensure the property is electrically safe for tenants. It helps to identify the following:
- Integrity and degradation of the wiring
- Damage to electrical accessories including sockets and switches
- Ensuring the property complies with relevant BS7671 regulations
Any rental property deemed not to be adhering to the new legislation can potentially lead to the landlord being fined up to £30,000.
Is an EICR a legal requirement?
As of April 1st 2021, an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) will NEED to be carried out for all tenancies in the United Kingdom.
These 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.
Any rental property deemed not to be adhering to the new legislation can potentially lead to the landlord being fined up to £30,000.
These fines will be given out by the local authority, who also have the power to, with permission of the tenant, carry out any emergency work on the property if need be. The costs of any work completed by the authority will fall to the landlord.
Where can we EICR?
National Safety Inspections are an award-winning electrical safety company, working alongside some of the country’s largest letting and estate agents bringing their current housing stock in line with these regulation changes.
These places include (but are not limited to):
- Leeds
- Manchester
- Liverpool
- Newcastle
- Nottingham
- Oxford
- Leicester
- Sheffield
- Crawley
- Croydon
- Swindon
How long does it take?
An EICR test typically will take around 1-4 hours to complete, depending on the size of the property and the number of circuits requiring testing.
NSI are specialists in EICR condition reports. Our electricians offer the most efficient and professional service. Just check out our 900+ 4.9-star reviews!
How Much Does An Electrical Condition Report Cost?
Prices for an EICR start from just £150 + VAT (*location dependant). You can find out more about our pricing for EICR’s by clicking here.
If you’re a letting agency or landlord and are looking for professional and reliable electricians to carry out EICR’s for your rented properties, don’t hesitate to contact our team at National Safety Inspections today.