What is an EICR (Electrical installation condition report)?
An EICR is an Electrical Installation Condition Report. It’s a document that assesses the condition of your electrical installation and identifies any areas that need improvement or repair.
What does an EICR/Electrical installation condition report do?
An EICR will:
- help keep you and your family safe by making sure your electrical installation is up to BS7671
- identify any potential electrical hazards in your home
- highlight any areas where your electrical installation is not up to current standards
- provide you with a list of recommended improvements or repairs
When Do You Need an EICR?
It’s important to have an EICR carried out on your electrical installation every five years, or sooner if you have any concerns about the safety of your electrical installation. An EICR is a legal requirement if you’re renting a property, and it’s also a good idea if you own your home.
What happens if I don’t get an EICR?
If you don’t have an EICR and something goes wrong with your electrical installation, your insurance company may not pay out.
How often should I get an Electrical Safety Certificate?
The Electrical Safety Council recommends that you get an EICR every five years. However, if you have any concerns about the safety of contact the Landlord Property Certificates team now, we have qualified electrical engineer which are best at EICR test and updated with electrical safety regulations.
How much does an EICR Cost?
The cost of an EICR Certificate depends on the size of your property, the number of fuseboxes, and the condition of your electrical installation. Typically, an EICR will cost between £130 – £180.
Commercial vs. Domestic EICR Certificate cost
The price of a commercial EICR will be higher than the cost of a domestic EICR. This is because commercial properties tend to have more complex electrical systems, and the engineer will need to allow more time to carry out the inspection.
FAQs
What is the purpose of an EICR?
- help keep you and your family safe by making sure your electrical installation is up to scratch
- identify any potential electrical hazards in your home
- highlight any areas where your electrical installation is not up to current standards
- provide you with a list of recommended improvements or repairs
How long does an EICR take?
How long an EICR takes will depend on the size and complexity of your electrical installation. A typical EICR will take around 45-60 minutes to complete.
Will the electrical engineer need to turn off the power?
yes, they need to turn off your house power.
What happens if I don’t pass the EICR?
If you don’t pass the EICR, the qualified electrician will provide you with a list of recommended improvements or repairs according to electrical safety standards. These will need to be carried out before your electrical installation can be deemed safe for electrical system.
How much does an EICR cost?
The cost of an EICR Certificate depends on the size of your property, the number of fuseboxes, and the condition of your electrical installation. Typically, an EICR will cost between £130 – £180.
How do I ensure a smooth EICR inspection?
To ensure a smooth EICR inspection, it’s important to:
make sure the electrician has access to all areas of your electrical installation for better visual inspection
provide the electrician with any relevant information about your electrical installation, such as recent repairs, electric shock, past EICR Report or additions
If you have any questions about the EICR contact our team now!
Conclusion
Electrical installation condition reports (EICRs) are a key part of ensuring the safety of electrical installations in the UK.
If you’re responsible for an electrical installation, it’s important to ensure that you have an up-to-date EICR certificate.
At Landlord Property Certificates, we offer EICR certificates through our approved electrician. They will do an Inspection and Testing after that provide you the report within 24 hours.
Our engineers are qualified and they are experts in the field, they have the latest information on best practices when it comes to inspecting and testing electrical installations.
Book your EICR Certificate now and make sure your property is compliant with current regulations.
