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An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) in the UK is an inspection and assessment of the electrical installation within a building or property. It is commonly used to evaluate the safety, condition, and compliance of electrical systems and circuits. The EICR is an essential document to ensure the safety of occupants where the property is rented out to meet legal requirements. The primary purpose of an EICR is to assess the safety and condition of the electrical installation. It identifies any potential hazards, defects, or non-compliance with electrical regulations. These should be carried out every 10 years within a house or every 5 years if the property is rented out. If you own your home and live in it, you don’t have to have a report done, but it’s a wise idea and is normally something that will be asked for if you sell the property. An EICR also may be required if you are having a fuse board/consumer unit upgrade.
Communication is at the heart of A Bathe Electrics, that’s why we like to make the process of bookings as easy as 123. We are also happy to answer any questions you may have a long the way.
We get you're enquire about the work you would like done and we can advise and give an estimate. We can also arrange a home visit if we need to.
Once it is clear what work needs to take place and your happy with the estimate we send over a booking email, with a link to book and pay a deposit.
Once the job is booked we will turn up when we say and carry out the scheduled work. If there are any alterations from either side these can be discussed.
When hiring an electrician to conduct an EICR, it’s essential to verify their qualifications and insurances. It is also a good idea to make sure that the electrician is registered with a recognised government scheme such as NAPIT (National Association of Professional Inspectors and Testers) or another one.
If a property fails an EICR, it is typically due to the identification of faults or non-compliances categorised as C1, C2, or FI. These categories indicate various levels of urgency and risk. When such issues are identified, the report will include a list of necessary remedial works to rectify these defects. Once these remedial works are completed, a certificate can be issued and attached to the original EICR. This certificate serves as proof that the previously identified defects have been appropriately addressed and rectified, bringing the electrical installation up to the required safety standards.
A homeowner should not perform an EICR on their own property unless they are a qualified. The EICR requires specific expertise, qualifications, and adherence to standards that typically go beyond the scope of DIY electrical knowledge