Electrical Safety Certificates (EICR)
An EICR is a formal inspection and test of the fixed electrical installation in a property — the wiring, consumer unit, sockets, and switches — checked against the UK wiring standard, BS 7671. It results in a certificate rating the installation satisfactory or unsatisfactory, with any faults listed by severity.
When You Need EICR
- You are a landlord renting out a property (a valid, in-date EICR is a legal requirement in England)
- You're buying or selling a property and a survey has flagged the electrics
- Your last EICR is due for renewal (typically every 5 years for rented homes, 10 for owner-occupied)
- Your insurer or mortgage lender is asking for proof of electrical safety
- You've noticed warning signs — burning smells, warm sockets, or an old fuse box with no RCD protection
EICR Cost
£350–£817
This is a typical range, not a fixed price — we'll confirm an exact quote after a short site visit or a few details over the phone.
What affects the price?
- • Number of circuits and consumer units in the property
- • Property size and number of bedrooms
- • Access to sockets, the loft, and any outbuildings
- • Whether remedial work is needed after the inspection
How Long Does It Take?
Most domestic EICRs take between 1 and 3 hours, depending on the number of circuits and how accessible the installation is.
Regulations & Standards
EICRs are carried out against BS 7671 (the IET Wiring Regulations). For rented residential property in England, landlords are legally required to hold a satisfactory, in-date EICR and provide a copy to tenants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an EICR?
An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is a certificate confirming whether the fixed wiring in a property is safe, based on an inspection and set of tests against the UK wiring standard, BS 7671.
How much does an EICR cost?
A typical EICR costs in the region of £350–£817, though this varies with property size and circuit count — get an exact quote after a quick chat or site visit.
How often do I need an EICR?
Rented residential property needs a satisfactory EICR at least every 5 years; owner-occupied homes are generally recommended to renew every 10 years, or sooner if the installation is old or has been altered.
What happens if my EICR comes back unsatisfactory?
An unsatisfactory result means one or more faults need fixing — we'll give you a written, prioritised list of the issues and a quote to put them right, then re-test and re-certify once the work is done.
Do I need an EICR to sell my house?
It's not a legal requirement to sell, but many buyers and their solicitors ask for one, and it's common for a survey to recommend getting one done before completion.
Get a Quote for EICR
No obligation. Free, fixed quote after a brief site visit or a quick chat about your job.