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Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR).

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal safety inspection of a property’s wiring and electrical systems. Required for landlords and recommended for homeowners, it identifies hazards via urgency codes (C1–C3). Reports are generally valid for 5 to 10 years.

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Residential EICR Pricing List

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  • Included: inspection + testing + EICR report
  • Add-on: additional consumer unit/fuse board £89.99 each
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1-3 Bedrooms

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  • Add-on: additional consumer unit/fuse board £89.99 each
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4 Bedrooms

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  • Included: inspection + testing + EICR report
  • Add-on: additional consumer unit/fuse board £89.99 each
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5-6 Bedrooms

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£ 149
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  • Add-on: additional consumer unit/fuse board £89.99 each
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Commercial EICR Pricing

A Commercial EICR (CEICR) is an Electrical Installation Condition Report for business premises. It assesses the condition of the fixed electrical installation and highlights any defects or risks that could lead to electric shock, fire, or equipment failure. The report confirms whether the installation is Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory, using clear observation codes (C1 / C2 / C3 / FI) and recommended actions.

Commercial EICRs are commonly required for offices, shops, restaurants, warehouses, industrial units, and mixed-use buildings, and they are often requested for insurance, compliance, tenancy agreements, and health & safety documentation.

Commercial EICR London

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  • Additional circuit: £15 each
  • Additional consumer unit / fuse board: £129.99
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What Is an EICR and Why Do You Need One
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What Is an EICR, and Why Do You Need One?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal inspection of a property’s fixed wiring and electrical systems to assess their safety, condition, and compliance with current standards. It focuses on consumer units, earthing and bonding, circuits, sockets, lighting, and other permanently connected equipment, checking for deterioration, damage, or unsafe alterations.

An EICR is needed to identify risks that may not be obvious in everyday use, such as overheating connections, inadequate protective devices, missing earthing, or insulation breakdown. The report categorises findings by severity, distinguishing immediate dangers from issues that require improvement.

It also records test results, observed defects, and recommended remedial work, providing a clear basis for prioritising repairs. By documenting the installation's condition at a point in time, an EICR supports safer operation, reduces the risk of electric shock or fire, and helps maintain the reliability of circuits and connected appliances.

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Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)

An EICR is a detailed inspection of a property’s fixed wiring and electrical systems to ensure everything is safe, compliant, and working as it should. It helps identify hidden risks, prevent electrical faults, and maintain overall safety in homes and rental properties.

  • Improved Electrical Safety: Detects issues like faulty wiring, overheating, or damaged circuits before they become dangerous.
  • Legal Compliance for Landlords: Helps meet electrical safety regulations for rented properties.
  • Peace of Mind: Confirms your electrical installation is safe and fit for use.
  • Prevents Future Risks: Early detection reduces the chance of electrical fires or shocks.

An EICR gives you a full understanding of your property’s electrical condition at a point in time. It highlights urgent dangers, potential issues, and recommended improvements so you can take the right action quickly. This helps keep your home safe, compliant, and reliable for everyday use.

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What to Do If Your EICR Is Unsatisfactory

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Treat an unsatisfactory report as a prompt for targeted remedial work rather than a dead end. An EICR is usually marked unsatisfactory because it records a C1 (immediate danger), C2 (potentially dangerous), or FI (further investigation needed) observation.

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Review Observations

Read the schedule of observations, note each code, and ask the electrician to explain specific risks and recommended corrections in plain terms.

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Prioritize Repairs

Any C1 issue should be made safe without delay, while C2 items should be repaired as soon as practicable, prioritizing bathrooms, kitchens, or outdoor equipment.

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Further Investigation

Where FI is listed, arrange additional testing to confirm the condition before deciding on repairs using a competent, registered electrician and obtaining written quotes.

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Evidence Compliance

Keep certificates for completed work and, once remedial actions are finished, request written confirmation or a new EICR to evidence full compliance.

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When Do You Need an EICR Check (Homeowners, Landlords, Buyers)?

Once the installation’s condition has been documented and any defects categorised, the next question is timing—when to arrange an EICR to manage risk and meet obligations.

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Homeowner Routine

A report is typically commissioned at sensible intervals or at recommended periodic intervals.

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Post-Renovation

Essential after major alterations, rewiring, or major electrical work has been carried out.

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Landlord Duties

Scheduled to satisfy legal duties for rented property, with re-testing required before expiry.

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New Tenancy

Checks are most needed before letting, and then at required intervals to stay compliant.

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Tenants

Necessary after remedial work or if damage or alterations are suspected between tenancies.

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Pre-purchase

Prudent when a property’s age, lack of records, or visible wear raises uncertainty, helping inform negotiations.

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What Does an EICR Inspection and Test Include?

Although the exact scope varies by property and installation type, an EICR inspection and test typically combines a close visual check with instrument testing to confirm the condition and safety of fixed electrical wiring.

  • Initial Review: The electrician first reviews the consumer unit, earthing and bonding arrangements, protective devices, accessibility and signs of overheating, damage, or incorrect alterations.
  • Component Examination: Sockets, switches, light fittings, and fixed appliances connected to the installation may also be examined where accessible.
  • Safety Verification: Testing then verifies key safety measures. Common checks include continuity of protective conductors, ring final-circuit continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, earth-fault loop impedance, and prospective fault current.
  • RCD Testing: Residual current devices (RCDs) are tested to confirm they trip within the required times. Where appropriate, functional testing is carried out on isolators, circuit breakers, and other controls.
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What Do EICR Codes (C1, C2, C3, FI) Mean?

EICR codes act as a safety shorthand, summarising the urgency and severity of issues found during an electrical inspection. They help readers determine whether a defect poses an immediate danger, requires prompt attention, or is an improvement recommendation.
  • C1 means “Danger present”.There is a risk of injury, such as exposed live parts or inadequate earthing, and immediate remedial action is required; the inspector may make the situation safe before leaving.
  • C2 means “Potentially dangerous”A fault is not yet causing harm, but could become hazardous, so urgent repair is needed.
  • C3 means “Improvement recommended”The installation is not considered unsafe, but upgrading (for example, adding RCD protection where advisable) would improve safety.
  • FI means “Further investigation required”The inspector cannot confirm safety without additional checks, often because of inaccessible equipment, suspected concealed faults, or inconsistent test results.
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Privately Rented Homes

In the UK, typical guidance is five years, and many landlords arrange renewal at or before that point to stay compliant.

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Owner-Occupied Properties

A common interval is around ten years, though older wiring or a history of faults may justify shorter periods.

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Commercial & Industrial

These often require more frequent testing because equipment changes and higher loads can accelerate deterioration.

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The EICR states a “next inspection” date; this recommendation should be treated as the practical validity period.

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How Long Is an EICR Valid For?

How long an electrical installation condition report remains valid depends on the property type, the installation's use, and the inspector’s recommended retest interval.

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An EICR can also become effectively outdated sooner after significant alterations, additions, damage, flooding, or changes in occupancy that increase electrical demand. Regular review helps maintain safety assumptions up to date.
 
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How Much Does an EICR Cost, and Why?

Once the recommended retest interval is known, the next practical consideration is the price of arranging the inspection. EICR costs vary because the work is time-based and depends on the complexity of the installation to be tested and recorded.

As a guide, small flats are cheaper than large houses or commercial premises, with prices influenced by the number of consumer units, circuits, and outbuildings.
The age of wiring and accessibility of testing points impact the cost; extra time may be needed if furniture blocks sockets or safety shutdowns must be coordinated.
Location also matters, as travel and local labour rates differ. Choosing a qualified, properly insured electrician can cost more than the lowest quote, but it supports accurate testing, clear reporting, and dependable traceability.
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From consultation to final sign-off, HSSE Solutions expertly manages every stage of your EICR application and installation with total professionalism.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, occupants can usually stay home during the inspection. The electrician may need access to all rooms, sockets, and the consumer unit, and will briefly switch off circuits, so planning around interruptions is sensible.

The electrician usually briefly turns the power off, so no full shutdown is needed. They should prepare access by clearing around the consumer unit, sockets, and switches, and ensuring keys for locked areas are available.

Yes, it can be unsatisfactory if old wiring poses safety risks even though it is working. Inspectors judge condition against current safety standards, noting deterioration, inadequate earthing, or obsolete types. Some age alone passes if it's safe.

They can use their existing electrician; NICEIC registration is not mandatory. However, the electrician must be suitably qualified and competent, and some landlords or insurers may require NICEIC or an equivalent scheme membership.

An EICR generally does not cover portable appliances like kettles, toasters, or extension leads. It focuses on the fixed electrical installation. Portable items are typically assessed separately through Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) or routine user checks.

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