As a landlord, you have a duty to provide housing that is safe and secure. Consult and hire from a qualified team of electricians to assess any electrical installations in your property in London and have them issue you with an EICR.
What is an EICR?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report or EICR is a formal document that we at Energy Performance Certificates issue after assessing the electrical installations within your property. Following the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector Regulations 2020, only experienced electricians like us are qualified to carry out the assessment of your rental property's electrical systems in London and issue your EICR.
After the construction of your property and the installation of its electrical system, you’ll need a certificate to prove that the building’s electrical system is fit for purpose. The inspection from our team of qualified electricians for the issuance of your EICR helps you uncover any issues your system might have, allowing you to act before you rent, sell or operate on the premises.
An EICR benefits you and your rental property in the following ways:
The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector Regulations 2020 states that landlords in England must meet the electrical safety standards outlined in the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations, which means getting a qualified electrician assess your electrical systems and provide you with an EICR.
In the event of an electrical problem that results in damage to your rental property, you can present your latest EICR as proof that regular testing has been carried out and that you are eligible for an insurance payout.
Getting an assessment and your EIRC from our qualified electricians when you need it does not cost a lot. What's more, an assessment can uncovering problems in your electrical installations and that when fixed, saves you money. Fixed issues prevents problems from worsening and damaging your rental property.
When Should I Get an EICR?
The regulation that governs the issuance of EICR recommends that residential properties have EICR inspections carried out every 10 years. However, for rental properties like yours, whether they are commercial or residential, it is recommended that an EICR assessment be carried out every five years or whenever there is a change in tenancy.
The following may also be reasons for an EICR inspection to be carried out sooner:
What Does an EICR Test Entail?
At Energy Performance Certificates, our team of qualified technicians carry out full periodic EICR assessments of rental properties, including:
What Will I See in My EICR?
The EICR will contain the observations we gather from the assessment of your rental property. The report will determine the status of your electrical installation:
Codes C1 and C2 result in an unsatisfactory EICR rating, so you must rectify the issues to ensure compliance.
Why Work With Energy Performance Certificates?
Energy Performance Certificates is the leading provider of property certificates in the country, including EPCs and domestic & commercial EICRs. Your rental property in London and across the country will be thoroughly inspected and you'll receive your EICR results within 24 hours.
Contact us today on 0203 397 8220 for a free quote.
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