About the service
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a detailed inspection and assessment of the fixed electrical installation within a property. It identifies deterioration, defects, and non-compliances with the current BS 7671 Wiring Regulations, helping to ensure the installation remains safe for continued use.
An EICR assesses key elements such as the consumer unit, circuits, earthing and bonding arrangements, sockets, switches, and fixed wiring. Any issues identified are classified according to their severity, allowing property owners and landlords to understand what action is required.
We provide professional EICR services across London and surrounding areas, delivering clear, compliant reports for homeowners, landlords, and commercial clients.
When is an EICR required or recommended?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is required or strongly recommended if:
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You are a landlord (legal requirement in England)
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You are selling or purchasing a property
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Your property has not been inspected within the last 5–10 years
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There has been a change of occupancy
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An insurer, managing agent, or local authority has requested one
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You want confirmation that your installation is safe and compliant
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Previous electrical works have been carried out without certification
EICR for Landlords & Rental Properties
We regularly carry out landlord EICRs to help property owners comply with the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations.
Our EICR reports are suitable for:
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Private rental properties
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Flats and houses
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HMOs (subject to suitability)
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Letting agents and property managers
Business Owners
If remedial works are required, we can provide a clear quotation and carry out the works promptly.
Areas We Cover
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North West London:
NW1 – (Camden, Regent’s Park), NW2 – (Cricklewood, Neasden), NW3 – (Hampstead, Belsize Park), NW4 – (Hendon, Brent Cross), NW5 – (Kentish Town), NW6 – (Kilburn, Queen’s Park), NW7 – (Mill Hill), NW8 – (St John’s Wood), NW9 – (Colindale, Kingsbury), NW10 – (Willesden, Harlesden), NW11 – (Golders Green, Hampstead Garden Suburb). -
West London:
W1 – (Mayfair, Soho, Marylebone), W2 – (Paddington, Bayswater), W3 – (Acton), W4 – (Chiswick), W5 – (Ealing), W6 – (Hammersmith), W7 – (Hanwell), W8 – (Kensington), W9 – (Maida Vale, Little Venice), W10 – (Ladbroke Grove, North Kensington), W11 – (Notting Hill), W12 – (Shepherd’s Bush), W13 – (West Ealing), W14 – (West Kensington). -
South West London:
SW1 – (Westminster, Victoria), SW2 – (Brixton), SW3 – (Chelsea), SW4 – (Clapham), SW5 – (Earl’s Court), SW6 – (Fulham), SW7 – (South Kensington), SW8 – (Vauxhall), SW9 – (Stockwell), SW10 – (West Brompton), SW11 – (Battersea), SW12 – (Balham), SW13 – (Barnes), SW14 – (Mortlake, East Sheen), SW15 – (Putney, Roehampton), SW16 – (Streatham), SW17 – (Tooting), SW18 – (Wandsworth), SW19 – (Wimbledon), SW20 – (Raynes Park, South Wimbledon).. -
North London:
N1 – (Islington, Hoxton), N2 – (East Finchley), N3 – (Finchley Central), N4 – (Finsbury Park), N5 – (Highbury), N6 – (Highgate), N7 – (Holloway), N8 – (Crouch End, Hornsey), N9 – (Lower Edmonton), N10 – (Muswell Hill), N11 – (Friern Barnet, New Southgate), N12 – (North Finchley), N13 – (Palmers Green), N14 – (Southgate), N15 – (Seven Sisters), N16 – (Stoke Newington), N17 – (Tottenham), N18 – (Upper Edmonton), N19 – (Archway, Tufnell Park), N20 – (Whetstone), N21 – (Winchmore Hill), N22 – (Wood Green).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is an EICR mandatory?
Yes, for rental properties in England. It is required every 5 years or change of occupancy/tenant/owner. For owner-occupied homes, it is strongly recommended but not legally mandatory.
Will my power be switched off?
Yes, briefly during testing. Any disruption is kept to a minimum and explained in advance.
Does an EICR mean my installation will pass or fail?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is not a pass or fail certificate. It is a detailed condition report that assesses the safety of an existing electrical installation against current standards.
Any issues identified during the inspection are classified using standard observation codes:
C1 – Danger present (immediate remedial action required)
C2 – Potentially dangerous (urgent remedial action required)
C3 – Improvement recommended (not unsafe but does not meet current standards)
FI – Further investigation required
The overall outcome of an EICR is recorded as either Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory:
An installation is Unsatisfactory if any C1, C2, or FI observations are identified.
An installation is Satisfactory if only C3 observations (or no observations) are recorded.
Clear guidance is provided within the report outlining any remedial works required to improve safety and compliance.
Do I receive certification?
Yes. You will receive a full Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) upon completion.
