Electrical Installation Condition Reports in Bedfordshire
Did you know that faulty wiring is one of the leading causes of accidental electrical fires in England?
Data from the Approved Cables Initiative (ACI) revealed that up to 5,200, or 18 percent of the 29,000 accidental electrical fires in the country are caused by damaged/poor wiring. This is why regular electrical installation inspection is a requirement for homes and businesses.
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) ensures your property’s wires, cables and fuses are in excellent condition, allowing you to reduce the risks of fires.
EICR in Bedfordshire
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is an official document given by a certified inspector after conducting an electrical inspection of one’s home or business. The EICR is issued following the rules of the National Safety Standards.
The main functions of the EICR include the following:
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The reason to have an EICR
Electrical faults are the reason for almost 20 per cent of England’s accidental fires. As such, it’s important that you have your wires, fuses and cables checked regularly to ensure you, your family, tenants or employees are safe.
An in-depth inspection will record hazardous deterioration, defects and damages, and suggest necessary improvements to rectify them.
Are your electrical installations outdated? Here are the telltale signs:
There are signs that indicate electrical installations in your home or business may be outdated. Be on the lookout for the following:
These features could mean your electrical installations were set up before or during the 1960s, which makes inspection even more critical.
How much does an EICR inspection cost?
There’s no fixed cost for an EICR. The cost will depend on several factors like:
How often should EICR inspections be conducted?
There are general recommendations when it comes to the frequency of EICR inspections. However, periods between subsequent inspections will depend on the condition of the installation at the time of the preceding inspection.
As a general rule, inspections should be done every:
However, there are instances that call for an EICR inspection:
What are inspected?
Checking electrical installations may be daunting, but we’re here to make the process easier. Let our team handle everything so you can focus on more important tasks.
In the EICR process, the inspector will check all electrical installations, including:
Why choose Energy Performance Certificates
Maintaining the integrity of your electrical installations is paramount to maintaining building safety. And when you choose us as your EICR providers, you know your property is in safe hands.
Enjoy the following benefits with Energy Performance Certificates:
With an EICR certificate, you’ll gain peace of mind knowing all the electrical installations on your properties are not putting you in danger. Contact us today.
Our starting price for a Commercial Energy Performance Certificate is £150.
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