We have specialised local assessors in the Midlands region and these include:- Birmingham, Coventry, Rugby, Northampton, Leicester. Loughborough, Derby, Stafford, Telford, Shrewsbury, Worcester, Banbury, Kidderminster, Peterborough, Nuneaton,and the surrounding areas.
Faulty wiring is one of the leading causes of accidental electrical fire in England. In fact, data from the Approved Cables Initiative (ACI) found that up to 5,200, or 18 per cent of the 29,000 accidental electrical fires in the country can be attributed to faulty wiring. This is why homes and businesses must undergo regular electrical inspections.
With an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) certificate, you can rest easy knowing your property’s wires, fuses and cables are in excellent condition.
What is an EICR?
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.
Here are the main objectives of the EICR:
Inspecting your electrical installations can be daunting. But when you partner with us in Energy Performance Certificates, we’ll let our certified inspectors handle your EICR requirements with expertise and efficiency.
Wires and cables often stay hidden inside your walls, while consumer units are usually concealed behind cupboards, where they are not immediately visible.
Though hidden, they are as vulnerable to wear and tear as any other appliance in your house. By having professionals regularly check your cables, sockets and switches, you can rest assured they’re in good shape and will not contribute to fires.
EICRs have no fixed charge. The cost will depend on four factors:
We want our clients to get the best value for their money so we customise our services according to their needs. We make sure they pay only for what they paid for. No hidden fees and charges.
How often should EICR inspections be conducted?
There are general recommendations regarding the frequency of EICR inspections. However, the inspector still has the final say on how often an inspection should be done.
As a standard, in a rental property, inspections should be carried out every five years. However, if the inspector sees old and worn out electricals, they might recommend every two or three years.
Generally, inspections should be done every:
However, there are other instances that will require an EICR inspection:
There are several signs that indicate electrical installations in your home or business may be outdated. Be on the lookout for the following:
These features may indicate your electrical installations were created before or during the 1960s, which is all the more reason to have them looked at right away.
If you’re unsure whether your installations are outdated, contact our team, and we’ll always be glad to give expert advice.
Why choose Energy Performance Certificates
Maintaining the integrity of your electrical installations is paramount to maintaining safety in your home. And when you choose us as your domestic or commercial EICR providers, you know your property is in safe hands.
Enjoy the following benefits with Energy Performance Certificates:
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