If you’re thinking about getting an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), you’ve come to the right place.
At Certified Compliance, we make the process straightforward, transparent, and with minimal disruption to your day. Here’s what you can expect when you choose us for your fixed wired testing (EICR).
What is an EICR?
An EICR is essentially a health check for the fixed electrical systems in your building, your wiring, consumer unit, circuits, sockets, switches and so on. It’s not a lightweight visual inspection. Our qualified electricians carry out in-depth testing to evaluate whether the installation is safe, sound, and compliant with current safety regulations (BS 7671).
It’s important to know: Certified Compliance delivers this service across all sectors; commercial properties, rentals, homes, industrial sites. We organise everything, from scheduling to any follow-up if issues are found.
Who Needs an EICR and Why?
- Landlords & Property Managers: If you rent out a property, an EICR isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a regulatory must according to the following statutory documents, The Health And Safety At Work Act 1974 and The Electricity At Work Regulations.
- Business Owners: Whether it’s an office, warehouse, school, or store, regular inspections are vital for safety, insurance, and legal compliance.
- Homeowners: Even if it’s not legally required in every case, a periodic EICR gives you peace of mind. For domestic properties, we recommend a check every 10 years, or whenever a tenancy changes.
The EICR Process – Step by Step
- Booking & Preparation – When you call us 0800 334 5000 or fill in our quote form, one of our team will ask some basic questions: the size of your property, how many circuits you have (or approximate), and any previous inspection history. This helps us plan the job efficiently.
- On-Site Inspection & Testing – On inspection day, our qualified, experienced engineers arrive with all the right tools. The process usually involves:
- A visual inspection of wiring, sockets, switches, fuse boards, and fixed electrical equipment.
- Electrical testing, including insulation resistance, earth continuity, polarity, and testing of RCDs or circuit-breakers
- Checking protective bonding and earthing where necessary
Depending on the size and complexity of your installation, this can take a few hours.
Reporting
Once testing is complete, we produce a detailed EICR report. This will:
- Summarise what was tested and highlight any areas not accessible.
- List observations and classify them by severity (e.g. C1, C2, C3, possibly FI) so you know what’s urgent, what needs improvement, and what’s just recommended.
- Provide recommendations for remedial work if there are issues.
Follow-Up & Remedial Work (if needed)
If your inspection reveals safety concerns (for example, C1 or C2 codes), we’ll talk you through what needs fixing and help you prioritise work. Because we’re a full-service compliance provider, we can also carry out remedial work, re-test, and then issue a satisfactory certificate when everything checks out. That means you don’t need to juggle multiple contractors.
Understanding the EICR Results
The findings in your report will be graded to help you understand how serious any issues are. Here’s a breakdown:
- C1 – Danger Present: Immediate attention required.
- C2 – Potentially Dangerous: Urgent remedial work needed.
- C3 – Improvement Recommended: Not immediately dangerous, but worth addressing eventually.
- FI – Further Investigation: Something needs a closer look – your electrician may not have been able to test a part fully.
If no serious issues are found, your installation will be marked as satisfactory. If there are concerns, your report will clearly explain what needs to be done, and we’ll help you navigate it.
How Often Should You Do an EICR?
- Domestic properties: The recommendation is every 10 years.
- Rental properties (UK): New regulations require EICRs at least every 5 years, or at the start of a new tenancy. This applies to the private and social housing sector.
- Commercial / industrial premises: Depending on the type of building, inspections may be every 3–5 years.
Why Choose Certified Compliance for Your EICR
- Expertise: Our engineers are highly qualified and experienced in fixed wired testing.
- National reach: We operate UK-wide, so no matter where your property is, we can help.
- Seamless service: From the first inspection to any remedial work, we manage everything to reduce hassle for you.
- Clear reporting: Our reports are jargon-free, actionable, and backed by best-practice framework.
- Credibility: We’re externally audited and in the top 5% of providers for quality of our reports.
Next Steps — What Should You Do Now?
- Get in touch: Give us a call on 0800 334 5000 or fill in a quote form via our website.
- Schedule your inspection: Our team will work around your calendar and explain what we need from you (access, timing, etc).
- Be ready for results: After the EICR, we’ll walk you through the report and what it means for your property.
- Take action: If there are any issues, we’ll help you prioritise repairs and even carry them out for you.
An EICR might sound technical, but it’s really about peace of mind and safety.
With Certified Compliance, you’re not just getting a test, you’re getting a partner who takes care of the compliance journey from A to Z. Whether you’re a landlord, a business owner, or a homeowner, we’re here to make sure your electrical systems are safe, documented, and fully compliant.