An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) assesses the safety and compliance of your electrical system and is required for landlords, commercial premises, and recommended for homeowners every 5 – 10 years.
Full inspection and testing of the fixed electrical installation
Assessment of the adequacy of earthing and bonding
Testing of protective devices (RCDs, circuit breakers) to reduce the risk of fire and electric shock
Identification of any damage, deterioration, or wear and tear affecting safety
Checks for exposed live conductors or unsafe wiring that could cause injury or fire
Inspection of sockets, switches, light fittings, and consumer unit
Clear classification of any issues (C1, C2, C3) in line with BS 7671 Wiring Regulations
A formal EICR certificate issued on completion
Practical recommendations for remedial works, if required
Prices vary based on property size, age, number of circuits, and accessibility
All inspections carried out by qualified, registered electricians.
No obligation quotes provided for any remedial works identified.
We carry out Electrical Installation Condition Reports right across South West London and Surrey — Victorian conversion flats in Clapham and Balham, Edwardian terraces through the Southfields Grid, 1930s semis in Hampton, riverside apartments in Wandsworth and Kingston, and large detached houses in Esher and Claygate. Every report is issued by an NICEIC Approved Contractor and is accepted by letting agents, insurers, mortgage lenders and local authority licensing teams.
London housing stock throws up the same handful of problems again and again: borrowed neutrals in converted flats, rewireable fuse boards still in service, no RCD protection on socket circuits, and shared landlord supplies that nobody has traced in decades. Knowing what to expect before we arrive is the difference between a report that takes a morning and one that drags on.
Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, every privately rented home in England must have a valid EICR carried out at least every five years. You must give a copy to your tenants within 28 days of the inspection, and to the local authority within seven days if they request it. Local authorities can impose financial penalties of up to £30,000 for breaches, and the London boroughs we work across do enforce it.
If your report comes back with a C1 or C2 code, or is marked FI (further investigation required), the installation is legally unsatisfactory and you have 28 days to complete the remedial work — or less, if the report specifies a shorter period. We can quote for the remedials at the same time, so you are not chasing a second contractor against a deadline.
HMOs carry their own conditions on top of the five-year rule. Licensing teams routinely ask for evidence of a satisfactory EICR, interlinked smoke and heat detection, and emergency lighting where the layout requires it. Tooting, Kingston and Earlsfield have a high concentration of licensed HMOs, and a report that does not cover the communal circuits properly tends to come straight back from the council.
We notify building control for any remedial work through the relevant authority, so it helps to know which one you are under:
A typical two or three bedroom London flat or terrace takes around two to four hours. Larger properties, conversions with shared circuits, and commercial premises take longer. We test 100% of circuits rather than sampling, and we price each job rather than quoting a headline figure that changes once we see the board. Call 07866 433378 or request a quote and we will give you a fixed price before booking anything in.
Ensure your property’s safety with expert EICR inspections. From faulty wiring to compliance checks, our certified electricians have you covered – fast, reliable, and right near you.
Yes, landlords are legally required to carry out an EICR every 5 years or at the start of a new tenancy. Failing to comply with these regulations could result in fines of up to £30,000.
If dangerous issues (C1) are found, they will be fixed immediately. C2 (potentially dangerous) and C3 (improvement recommended) issues will be noted, and you will receive a separate quote for the necessary repairs. Landlords must complete C2 work within 28 days and provide confirmation.
The cost of an EICR depends on the size of your property and its electrical system. We offer transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Contact us for a personalised no obligation quote.
After the inspection, you’ll receive your full report within a few days. The report will detail the findings and include a quote for any required remedial work.
An EICR report is not legally required to sell your house, but it is highly recommended. Having an up-to-date report can reassure potential buyers about the safety of the property’s electrical systems and prevent delays or negotiations due to electrical issues.
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a detailed inspection of a property’s electrical systems, designed to ensure safety and compliance with national standards. It assesses the condition of wiring, sockets, switches, and fuse boards, identifying any wear, damage, or safety hazards. The report categorizes any issues found by severity and provides clear recommendations for resolving them.
For residential properties, an EICR ensures your home remains safe from electrical fires and other hazards. For landlords, it is a legal obligation to renew the EICR every 5 years or at the start of a new tenancy. Failure to comply can lead to fines of up to £30,000. Regular inspections also help to prevent costly repairs by catching problems early.
Did you know? Electrical faults cause over 20,000 fires in UK homes annually. Or that businesses are required to conduct an EICR every 5 years as part of workplace safety regulations
The EICR aims to:
A qualified electrician conducts a thorough assessment of your electrical system, focusing on:
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Our expert team is ready to handle everything from visual condition reports to detailed electrical safety certificates.
