Keep the electrical system in your Frankton residential or commercial building safe, energy-efficient and up to date with the help of Energy Performance Certificate’s EICR tests.
Every year in the UK, there are over 20,000 reported cases of fires caused by faults in the electrical systems of properties. According to Electrical Safety First, 89 per cent of the time, these fires are caused by issues with electrical products, while the remaining 11 per cent of cases are caused by problems with a system’s wiring. Regular EICR checks can help prevent these risks and more.
EICR tests can also help improve an electrical system’s performance through recommendations designed to raise its power efficiency.
Because of these reasons, EICR tests are now required for many properties.
There are three top purposes for EICR testing in the UK.
Who Needs EICR Testing?
Although not every property type requires regular EICR testing, it is mostly recommended to all residential, commercial, and industrial properties. Many owners also opt to have their properties tested so they can be sure about the safety of their employees, customers, and loved ones.
Regular EICR testing also prevents little issues in an electrical system from getting worse over time. When these problems are identified during the test, the property owner can immediately deal with them and prevent them from becoming more complex, costly, and even dangerous issues in the future.
For these reasons, regular EICR testing is ideal for landlords, property agents, and property owners.
Here are the requirements and recommendations regarding the frequency of EICR testing in rented, residential, and commercial properties.
Rented Properties
The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector recently created regulations that require landlords to have their rented properties to be inspected at least once in five years or whenever a new tenant moves in. Landlords are also required to give their tenants a copy of the report.
Residential Properties
Residential property owners are recommended by the IET to have their properties checked at least once every ten years or every time they have a change of occupancy.
Commercial Properties
Like residential owners, commercial property owners are recommended to have their properties inspected once every five years or whenever there is a change of occupancy.
Properties on the Market
Although owners looking to sell their properties are not required by regulations to have their electrical systems inspected before the sale, many still opt to do so. This is because buyers and letting agents look for properties that have electrical systems that are proven to be safe, efficient, and up to date. EICR checks help owners sell their properties faster and at a better asking price.
Why Choose Energy Performance Certificates?
To get reliable EICRs, reach out to us. We are a trusted service provider in the industry with over 5000 regular EICR tests every month around the UK.
We offer fast turnaround times. It doesn’t matter if it’s the middle of the night or a holiday, we’re at your service anytime you need us. We’re also proud to offer competitive rates.
Call and book our EICR test today at 020 3397 8220. Visit our Contact page.
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