An electrical installation condition report (EICR) is produced following an inspection of a property’s electrics including wiring, sockets, and fuse box. Whether you are a homeowner, landlord, or business owner, having an EICR carried out by a professional electrician ensures your property is safe for occupants.
Certain types of installations require more frequent electrical safety checks. For example, inspections should occur every 3 years for industrial installations and annually for hotels and restaurants.
EICR rates mainly depend on the following factors:
Securing an EICR is a reliable way to ensure your property is compliant with safety standards. If you are looking to improve the electrical safety in your home, rental premises, or commercial property, get in touch with Prop Cert today. Our qualified team of engineers are backed by industry leading technology to give you high quality EICR services at competitive rates.
Contact us at hello@propcert.co.uk to book an inspection today.
Below are the average EICR costs for different-sized homes:
The rate for commercial properties also depends on size but expect to pay £15-20 per circuit tested, excluding VAT.
A commercial EICR will generally cost more than a residential report. This is because commercial properties are larger and have more complex installations than a standard home.
A periodic inspection must be carried out when selling a previously owned house, or if the property is a house in multiple occupation (HMO).
Danger present. Risk of injury.
Potentially dangerous.
Improvement recommended.
Further checks required without delay.