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:

  • Detecting potential fire hazards and electric shock risks in your electrical installations
  • Determining if any of your electrical circuits or equipment is overloaded
  • Looking for any lack of earthing or bonding
  • Identifying any defective DIY electrical work

 

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Our highly qualified and experienced local assessors cover the above Midlands areas and are fully accredited. We can assure you that they will provide you with a professional and skilled assessment at a convenient time that suits you.

EICR Bedfordshire

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Are your electrical installations outdated?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There are signs that indicate electrical installations in your home or business may be outdated.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:

  1. Fixed cables coated in lead, fabric or black rubber
  2. Fuse boxes with wooden-back, cast iron switches
  3. Older round pin sockets or light switches
  4. A socket mounted onto a skirting board

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:

  • Location
  • Age of the property
  • Size of the property
  • Extent of testing needed

 

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:

  • 10 years for private properties
  • 5 years for commercial (incl. schools, hotels, offices, hospitals, laboratories, restaurants) or rental properties
  • 3 years for leisure centres, caravans, theatres or industrial installations
  • 1 year for swimming pools

 

However, there are instances that call for an EICR inspection:

  • When the property is being prepared to be let or sold
  • When the property was previously occupied
  • When there’s reason to believe damage has caused damage to the building, like fire, flooding or earthquake

 

How much does an EICR inspection cost

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:

  • Electrical fittings like light fixtures, visible wirings, electrical sockets and switches
  • Electricity supply installations
  • Fixed electrical equipment like boilers, electric heaters (e.g. storage and panel heaters) and other heat-producing equipment

 

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:

  • Bespoke ordering system - Order EICRs in bulk for all your properties, set dates and times for inspections, monitor the status of existing orders and download finished certificates
  • Wide reach – Our commercial and domestic EICR services cover all Bedfordshire postcodes.
  • Industry-accredited inspectors – We ensure only certified professionals handle our clients’ EICR requirements.
  • Thorough, compliant report – Our EICR service encompasses all the inspections and testing required for an EICR, including visual inspection, visual testing and dead testing.
  • Fixed pricing – Our pricing is consistent across all areas in the country.

 

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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