Issues with the electrical system in a property can be very easy to miss unless they become readily apparent – by either leaving the place without power or even causing danger. This is where Electrical Installation Condition Reports or EICRs come in.
These reports are given out after full electrical system evaluations have been conducted on a property. They detail the current state of the system and possible recommendations. The evaluations are done by certified electricians. In 2019, these evaluations became mandatory for rented properties according to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
If you need an EICR in Exeter, the certified and experienced inspectors at Energy Performance Certificates are more than happy to help. Give us a call today so we can book your inspection as soon as possible.
It’s difficult to tell if there’s an issue with the electrical system, especially for an untrained eye. The fact that the power is still on is hardly an indicator that everything is running in the best condition possible. Without finding, identifying, and addressing possible issues, they can escalate into more tedious, time-consuming, expensive, and even dangerous situations. Regular EICR checks can prevent that.
The age of an electrical system also comes into play here. Like every part of a property, the wirings, cablings, fuse boxes, switches, and sockets also experience wear and tear over the years. This is also why EICR inspections are recommended to be done on homes at least once every ten years. In rented properties, these checks are required to be done every five years or whenever there are new tenants.
Aside from making sure your property is safe, EICR checks can also highlight parts of the system that are not optimised and can be causing you to use more electricity, which means higher costs. Also, having improvements in the efficiency of your electrical system can reduce your carbon footprint and ultimately do your part in helping the environment.
For landlords and those planning on placing their property on the market, a good EICR is a great selling point to renters and buyers alike. Safety is one of the highest-ranking considerations for people looking for a home.
For these reasons, it’s not only important to have EICR checks, but to have them regularly at prescribed intervals.
The electrical system in your property contains a lot of components and connections that need to be checked. Generally, the inspectors conducting these checks will look for any damage, wear, or tear that may affect the safety of the system for the people living in the premises.
The checks will also involve going through every component to make sure they meet the IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) Wiring Regulations. These are the latest regulations concerned with the wiring systems of electrical installations.
The inspectors will also identify possible problematic appliances. These appliances are those that may cause electric shocks, high temperatures, or both currently and in the future. They may also be running inefficiently, which can cause a rise in power use and cost.
The reports produced from these checks will detail the state of the electrical installation at the time of the inspection.
What An EICR Contains
EICRs generally include the following information:
How Much An EICR Costs
Many variables affect the cost of an EICR. Including the following.
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