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WHAT DOES AN EICR INVOLVE?
Our EICR inspections assess key parts of your property’s fixed electrical installation, helping identify deterioration, potential hazards and defects through professional visual checks and electrical testing, with clear findings provided.
Whether you’re a homeowner looking for peace of mind, a landlord arranging an essential electrical inspection or a business owner responsible for your premises, knowing the condition of your electrics matters.
Our experienced team provides professional EICR testing in Cornwall, with clear digital reports, straightforward advice and guidance on any issues identified.Whether you’re arranging an electrical inspection for your home, rental property or business, we’re here to help. Explore our frequently asked questions to understand EICR requirements, inspection costs, testing procedures and what happens after your report.
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal assessment of the condition of an existing electrical installation. It involves inspecting and testing relevant parts of the installation to identify deterioration, defects and potential electrical safety hazards.
An EICR can help identify issues such as damaged wiring, inadequate protective measures, faulty electrical connections or other conditions that could increase the risk of electric shock or fire.
There are several reasons why you might arrange an EICR:
Following the inspection, you’ll receive a digital report detailing the findings, any observations and recommendations for further action.
For more information about electrical safety in the home, visit Electrical Safety First, a UK charity providing independent electrical safety guidance.
At Jordan Jameson Electrical, we provide EICR testing for domestic and commercial properties across North Cornwall. Contact our team to discuss your inspection requirements.
The recommended frequency of an EICR depends on the type of property, how the electrical installation is used, its condition and any applicable legal requirements.
Different properties have different inspection needs.
Homeowners
For owner-occupied homes, an electrical inspection is commonly recommended at intervals of no more than ten years, although an earlier inspection may be appropriate depending on the installation’s condition or circumstances.
You may also wish to arrange an EICR when purchasing a property, particularly if its electrical installation has not been inspected recently.
Landlords
For most privately rented residential properties in England, electrical installations must be inspected and tested by a qualified person at least every five years, or sooner where the previous report specifies a shorter interval.
Landlords must also comply with the relevant requirements for providing reports and addressing identified electrical safety issues.
You can find detailed information in the GOV.UK electrical safety guidance for landlords.
Commercial Properties
There is no single EICR inspection interval that applies to every commercial property.
The appropriate frequency depends on the premises, installation condition, environmental factors and relevant safety requirements. Five-year intervals may be recommended for some commercial installations, while others require more frequent inspections.
The Health and Safety Executive provides useful information about electrical safety responsibilities in workplaces.
If you’re unsure when your property was last inspected, get in touch with Jordan Jameson Electrical to discuss your requirements.
The cost of an EICR depends on the type of property, the size and complexity of its electrical installation, and the number of circuits requiring inspection and testing.
At Jordan Jameson Electrical, we provide quotations based on your property’s requirements.
Domestic EICRs
We offer fixed-price EICR inspections for domestic properties, helping homeowners and landlords understand the cost before arranging their inspection.
Commercial EICRs
Commercial EICR quotations are calculated according to the number of electrical circuits requiring inspection, alongside the requirements of the premises.
Commercial installations can vary considerably, so we’ll discuss your property and the scope of testing before providing a quotation.
Following the inspection, you’ll receive a digital Electrical Installation Condition Report outlining the findings.
If defects are identified that require remedial work, we can provide a separate quotation for the necessary repairs or improvements.
To receive an accurate price, request your EICR quotation or call 01840 219785.
The time required to complete an EICR depends on several factors, including the size of the property, the number of electrical circuits, the condition of the installation and how easily electrical equipment can be accessed.
A smaller domestic property will generally take less time to inspect than a large commercial building with multiple distribution boards and electrical circuits.
During the inspection, our electrician will carry out visual checks and appropriate electrical tests to assess the condition of the installation.
Will the electricity need to be switched off?
Yes, some electrical tests require circuits to be safely isolated, which means temporary interruptions to the electricity supply may be necessary.
For homeowners, this may involve short periods without power while testing takes place.
For commercial properties, we’ll discuss access requirements and anticipated interruptions beforehand, helping you plan around your business operations wherever possible.
Before your appointment, it’s helpful to ensure that consumer units, distribution boards and relevant electrical accessories are accessible.
If you’re arranging an inspection for a workplace, you can also find helpful information about electrical safety precautions through the Health and Safety Executive.
Our team will explain what to expect before your inspection, helping make the process as straightforward as possible.
If your EICR identifies electrical defects or potential safety concerns, these will be recorded within your inspection report using recognised classification codes.
The classifications help indicate the nature and urgency of the findings.
An EICR containing C1, C2 or FI observations will normally receive an unsatisfactory overall assessment.
An unsatisfactory report doesn’t necessarily mean your entire electrical installation needs replacing.
The appropriate next steps depend on the specific defects identified.
At Jordan Jameson Electrical, we’ll explain the findings in your report and can provide a separate quotation for any necessary remedial work or further investigation.
Where repairs are completed, we’ll advise on the appropriate documentation and whether additional inspection or testing is necessary.
For rental properties, landlords must also consider the applicable legal timescales for completing remedial work. Further information is available through the GOV.UK guidance for landlords.
If you’ve received an unsatisfactory EICR and need advice about the findings, contact our electricians to discuss the next steps.
Although EICR testing and Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) both contribute to electrical safety, they assess different aspects of a property’s electrical equipment and installation.
EICR Testing
An EICR assesses the condition of a property’s existing fixed electrical installation.
This includes relevant wiring, circuits, distribution boards, protective devices and other components forming part of the electrical installation.
The inspection helps identify potential safety hazards, deterioration and defects that may require attention.
PAT Testing
PAT testing relates to the inspection and, where appropriate, electrical testing of portable electrical appliances and equipment.
Examples may include office equipment, kettles, extension leads, portable tools and other electrical appliances used within a property or workplace.
PAT testing is not automatically included within an EICR, and the two services serve different purposes.
For businesses and landlords, arranging appropriate electrical installation inspections and appliance maintenance can form part of a wider approach to electrical safety.
The Health and Safety Executive’s PAT testing guidance explains how portable electrical equipment should be maintained and why annual PAT testing is not automatically required for every appliance.
At Jordan Jameson Electrical, we provide both services across North Cornwall.
If you also need appliances inspected, visit our PAT Testing in Cornwall page.
Alternatively, contact our team to discuss arranging EICR testing and PAT testing for your property.
