Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
A thorough inspection of a property’s electrical installations, required every 5 years for rented homes under the 2020 regulations.
From £159 · 72 working hours (most within 24–48) turnaround · Valid for 5 years (or sooner if coded)
Pricing
- 1 Bed — 1 Fuse Board — £159: Up to 6 circuits
- 1 Bed — 2 Fuse Boards — £219: Multiple consumer units
- 2 Bed — 1 Fuse Board — £179: Up to 8 circuits
- 2 Bed — 2 Fuse Boards — £239: Multiple consumer units
- 3 Bed — 1 Fuse Board — £199: Up to 10 circuits
- 3 Bed — 2 Fuse Boards — £259: Multiple consumer units
- 4 Bed — 1 Fuse Board — £229: Standard family home
- 4 Bed — 2 Fuse Boards — £289: Larger properties with multiple consumer units
- 5 Bed — 1 Fuse Board — £249: Large family home
- 5 Bed — 2 Fuse Boards — £319: Extensive property with multiple consumer units
What It Involves
- A full inspection of the fixed electrical installation by a qualified electrician
- Testing of every circuit at the consumer unit (fuse board) for safety and continuity
- Visual inspection of sockets, switches, and light fittings throughout the home
- A detailed report with observations and classification codes (C1, C2, C3, FI)
Legal Requirements
- Under the 2020 Electrical Safety Standards, landlords must have an EICR every 5 years
- A copy must be provided to tenants within 28 days of the inspection
- Any C1 or C2 defects must be remedied within 28 days
- Inspection is carried out to BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations)
What to Expect
- The engineer will need access to every room and the consumer unit
- Power to individual circuits will be briefly interrupted during testing
- A typical domestic EICR takes 2–4 hours depending on property size
- The digital certificate is issued within 72 working hours — most within 24–48
Areas We Cover
LondonCroydonBromleyEalingHackneyCamdenGreenwichLambethSouthwarkWandsworthHammersmith & FulhamKensington & ChelseaWestminsterIslingtonHaringeyEnfieldBarnetHarrowHillingdonHounslow
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do I need an EICR for a rental property?
Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, landlords must have a valid EICR carried out at least every 5 years. You must also provide a copy to tenants within 28 days of the inspection.
What do the codes on an EICR mean?
C1 indicates danger present and requires immediate remedial work. C2 means potentially dangerous and should be addressed urgently. C3 is an improvement recommendation. FI means further investigation is required. Any C1 or C2 codes must be remedied within 28 days.
What standard is the inspection carried out to?
Our electricians inspect to BS 7671 (the IET Wiring Regulations), which is the national standard for electrical installation safety in the UK. All engineers are registered and fully qualified.
How long does an EICR take?
A typical domestic EICR takes 2–4 hours depending on the size of the property and the number of circuits. The engineer will need access to all rooms, the consumer unit, and any outbuildings.