Know what condition your electrics are actually in
An Electrical Installation Condition Report is a structured inspection and test of a property's fixed wiring. It tells you what's safe, what needs attention, and what needs attention urgently. For landlords in England it's a legal requirement at least every five years and at the start of a new tenancy. For homeowners it's the sensible check before buying, after an extension, or when the installation is simply old enough that nobody knows its history.
The report grades any issues found. C1 means danger present and requires immediate action. C2 means potentially dangerous and requires remedial work. C3 is an improvement recommendation rather than a fault. An installation with C1 or C2 items recorded is classed unsatisfactory until those items are put right.
What you get
- Full inspection and testing of the fixed wiring, consumer unit, circuits and accessories
- A written report with observations coded and clearly explained
- A plain-English summary — we talk you through what the codes actually mean for you
- A quote for remedial work, itemised, with no obligation to use us for it
- Fast turnaround — reports issued promptly rather than weeks later
Our approach to coding
Inspection reports have a reputation problem, and it's a fair one. Some inspectors code aggressively and then quote to fix everything they've flagged. We don't work that way. We code what the regulations require us to code, we explain why, and we're happy for you to take our report to another electrician for the remedial work. A report you can trust is worth considerably more than one that generates work.
Honest coding
We code to the regulations, not to generate remedial work.
Explained in plain English
We talk you through every observation.
Fast report turnaround
Issued promptly, not weeks after the visit.
No obligation on remedials
Take our report elsewhere if you prefer.
Common questions
How often do I need an EICR?
For rented residential property in England the legal requirement is at least every five years and at the start of each new tenancy. For owner-occupied homes the recommendation is every ten years, or on purchase. Commercial premises are typically five-yearly, though your insurer may specify otherwise.
How long does an EICR take?
A typical three-bedroom house takes around three to four hours. Larger properties, commercial premises and installations with many circuits take longer. The power will need to be off for parts of the inspection, so it is worth planning around that.
What happens if my property fails the inspection?
An unsatisfactory result means C1 or C2 items were found. We will explain each one, quote for the remedial work, and once it is completed the installation can be signed off as satisfactory. Landlords are generally required to complete remedial work within 28 days.
Do I have to use you for the remedial work?
No. The report is yours and you are free to take it to any qualified electrician. We will quote if you would like us to, but there is no obligation and it makes no difference to how we code the report.
Is an EICR the same as a landlord safety certificate?
In practice yes — the EICR is the document commonly referred to as an electrical safety certificate for rented property. It is separate from the gas safety certificate, which a Gas Safe engineer must carry out.
Where we work
We provide inspections & testing throughout Kendal and across a 30-mile radius, covering South Cumbria, the Lake District and North Lancashire. See all areas we cover.
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