Electrical Condition Report EICR
Who needs an ECIR?
It is the responsibility of the Landlord, Employer, or Homeowner to ensure the electrical safety testing and inspection is carried out regularly, in conjunction with UK standards. Requirements vary based on the type of property and the number of circuits. Commercial buildings must undergo EICRs every 1-5 years, depending on the nature of the property. Domestic properties should be tested every 10 years, whereas H.M.O. domestic properties every 5 years. To determine both the safety and efficiency of the electrical installation, it is recommended to undertake a complete electrical safety investigation (EICR) before purchasing a new property, if it is being let, sold, extended, refurbished, or undergone any damage (e.g. fire/flooding).
How long does it take?
Depending on the size of the property and inspection required, an Electrical Safety Inspection will usually take between 1-4 hours, with a relevant Electrical Safety Report provided on completion. Alongside the report, we will also provide a quotation for any advised or required remedial works. This will be itemised alongside the EICR codes (info on these below). Upon completion of the works, we will provide you with an additional free EICR for your reference and a certificate of works.
What does an “ECIR” mean?
Depending on the size of the property and inspection required, an Electrical Safety Inspection will usually take between 1-4 hours, with a relevant Electrical Safety Report provided on completion. Alongside the report, we will also provide a quotation for any advised or required remedial works. This will be itemised alongside the EICR codes (info on these below). Upon completion of the works, we will provide you with an additional free EICR for your reference and a certificate of works.
Codes
- C1 – Danger present & immediate action required
- C2 – Potentially dangerous & urgent action required
- C3 – Improvement to comply with regulation standards required
- F1 – Further inspection required