What is an EICR?

An EICR, also known as fixed wire testing, is an official assessment carried out by a qualified, certified electrician to evaluate the condition of the electrical installations in your property. It involves a detailed inspection and testing of the wiring, switches, circuit breakers, sockets, and other electrical components to ensure they meet the required safety standards.

Why You Need an EICR

• Safety First: Electrical faults are one of the leading causes of fire and injury. An EICR helps identify potential risks such as exposed wiring, faulty connections, and outdated systems that could pose a danger to occupants.
• Legal Compliance: For landlords and commercial buildings, an EICR is a legal requirement. Under UK law, landlords and commercial building owners must have an EICR carried out every 5 years to ensure the safety of building occupiers. Non-compliance can result in hefty fines or even legal action.
• Insurance Protection: Insurance providers may require an up-to-date EICR for certain policies or claims. A valid report demonstrates that your electrical installations are safe and well-maintained, ensuring you’re covered in the event of an incident.
• Preventative Maintenance: By identifying potential issues early, an EICR helps prevent unexpected failures and costly repairs. Regular inspections can also extend the lifespan of your electrical system, saving you money in the long term.

What Happens During an EICR?

Our qualified electricians will:

1. Inspect the electrical wiring and installations.
2. Test circuit breakers, switches, and sockets for functionality and safety.
3. Identify signs of wear and tear, corrosion, or faulty installations.
4. Check the earthing system to ensure it’s up to standard.
5. Assess the overall condition of your electrical setup in line with current safety regulations.
6. Provide a comprehensive report, including recommendations for any necessary repairs or upgrades

When Should You Have an EICR?

• For Landlords: Every 5 years, or when letting to a new tenant.
• For Commercial buildings including Schools, Care Homes and Businesses: To ensure ongoing compliance with health and safety regulations, every 5 years or after any major electrical work.
• In the Event of Renovation: After any major changes or upgrades to your electrical system.

Why Choose Saunders?

We provide a comprehensive, professional Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) service for both residential and commercial properties. Our team of certified electricians follows the latest regulations and industry best practices to deliver accurate, clear, and actionable reports.

• Competitive Pricing: We offer affordable pricing without compromising on quality. Whether it’s a single home or a commercial building, we provide transparent quotes and no hidden fees.
• Flexibility to Help Balance Budgets: For larger commercial buildings, such as a school, we understand that it can be challenging to find a large sum every 5 years to complete testing. We can work with you to look at other ways of smoothing the cost across multiple years and budgets, by implementing a testing regime where we test 20% of the electrical installation each year, for 5 years. Not only does this help to keep the costs at a more manageable annual amount, but it also helps to spread the cost of repairs, remedials and improvements over a 5 year period.
• Thorough Inspections: Our electricians inspect all aspects of your electrical system, including circuits, wiring, fuse boards, and earthing systems.
• Clear Reporting: After completing the inspection, you’ll receive a detailed report outlining any areas of concern, along with recommendations for any necessary repairs or upgrades.
• Prompt Service: We understand that your time is valuable. We aim to complete inspections with minimal disruption and provide your report quickly, so you can take swift action.

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