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EICR Testing in London
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for landlords, homeowners, managing agents and commercial properties across London. Inspection and testing carried out by NAPIT-registered electricians.
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EICR testing for landlords, homeowners, agents and commercial premises in Hoxton, East London and wider London.
- RegistrationNAPIT-registered
- SchemeRegistered Competent Person
- TestingDomestic & commercial
- ReportingDigital EICR report
- Follow-upRemedial works available where required
Electrical inspection & testing
EICR testing for London properties
Electrical installations deteriorate, are altered and can develop defects over time. An EICR provides a structured assessment of the condition of the fixed electrical installation at the time of inspection.
Landlord EICRs
Electrical inspection and testing for rental properties, landlords, letting agents and property managers requiring an assessment of the fixed electrical installation.
Electrical services for landlords →Domestic EICRs
Electrical condition reports for homeowners, purchasers and residential properties where the condition of an existing electrical installation needs to be assessed.
Request a domestic EICR →Commercial EICRs
Periodic electrical inspection and testing for commercial premises, businesses, managing agents and property operators across London.
Commercial electrical services →Who needs an EICR?
An EICR can help establish the condition of an existing fixed electrical installation before or during a change of ownership, tenancy or property management responsibility.
Landlords and letting agents
For rental properties, an inspection helps landlords and agents understand the condition of the fixed installation and respond to observations identified in the report.
Homeowners and buyers
Homeowners, buyers and sellers may arrange an EICR when they need an independent view of an existing installation.
Agents and commercial property managers
Managing agents, facilities teams and property operators can use scheduled inspection and testing to support their electrical maintenance records.
Landlord EICRs in London
Electrical safety inspections for rented property.
In England, the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 generally require landlords to have fixed electrical installations inspected and tested at least every five years, or sooner where the previous report requires it.
The report should be provided to the relevant tenants and local authority where the regulations require it. The exact duties depend on the tenancy and property circumstances, so landlords should check the applicable regulations and their own management obligations.
Property managers
Portfolio inspection and remedial planning
We can discuss access coordination, multiple properties, report references, remedial quotations and planned follow-up work for landlords and managing agents.
Landlord electrical services →Understanding EICR codes
Observations are coded according to the safety significance of the issue identified during the inspection and testing.
C1 — Danger present
Immediate danger is present. Urgent action is required to remove the danger or make the installation safe.
C2 — Potentially dangerous
The observed condition is potentially dangerous and remedial work is normally needed to remove the safety risk.
C3 — Improvement recommended
An improvement is recommended, but the observation does not by itself make the report unsatisfactory.
FI — Further investigation
Further investigation is required to establish whether a dangerous or potentially dangerous condition exists.
A report is generally unsatisfactory where relevant C1, C2 or FI observations are recorded. The report should be read with its agreed extent and limitations.
Inspection scope
What does an EICR inspection include?
The inspection and testing considers the consumer unit, protective devices, earthing and bonding, circuits, accessories, RCD protection, wiring condition and signs of damage or deterioration.
Appropriate test results are recorded for the agreed scope. The extent of inspection can be affected by access, furnishings, concealed wiring, the size and age of the installation and other limitations. Not every accessory is necessarily dismantled or fully exposed during an EICR.
After the report
What happens if an EICR is unsatisfactory?
We explain the recorded observations and can assess a separate remedial quotation where required. Remedial work is then inspected, tested and documented as appropriate; the original report is not simply rewritten to remove its historic observations.
Electrical fault finding →Commercial EICRs
Inspection and testing for commercial premises.
Commercial EICRs can be arranged for offices, shops, restaurants, communal areas, managed buildings and smaller commercial premises.
The scope depends on the installation, distribution boards, circuits, access and operating requirements. We can discuss inspection scheduling, reporting and remedial follow-up with property managers and businesses.
Commercial support
Need commercial electrical support?
Commercial EICRs can sit alongside installation, lighting, maintenance and remedial electrical work.
Commercial electrical services →EICR pricing
What does an EICR cost?
EICR pricing depends on the property size, number of circuits, use of the premises and number of consumer units.
Send us the postcode and property details for a quotation. We can add a pricing matrix later when an approved current pricing schedule is available.
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Arrange EICR testing in London
Tell us the property type, approximate size, number of consumer units if known and your preferred date.
Request an EICR QuoteWhat we can help with
Electrical inspection and testing carried out properly.
We establish the scope of the electrical inspection, carry out the appropriate inspection and testing and issue an Electrical Installation Condition Report recording the condition of the installation.
- Landlord EICRs
- Domestic EICRs
- Commercial EICRs
- Electrical inspection and testing
- Periodic inspection
- Electrical condition reporting
- Identification of electrical defects
- Electrical remedial recommendations
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Need an EICR in London?
Send us the property postcode, property type and any information you have about the electrical installation. For commercial properties, include the number of distribution boards or previous electrical reports where available.
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How we work
Professional electrical inspection and reporting
We establish the scope of the inspection, carry out the appropriate electrical inspection and testing and provide clear documentation of the results.
If the inspection identifies defects requiring further investigation or remedial work, these can be assessed separately rather than being treated as part of the original inspection.
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Understanding your electrical inspection
If you are arranging an EICR, our electrical safety guidance explains what the inspection involves and how the condition report is used.
What is included in an EICR?
Learn more about the inspection and testing involved in an Electrical Installation Condition Report.
Read the EICR guide →Electrical faults identified?
Where an inspection identifies an electrical fault, further investigation may be required before the appropriate repair can be established.
Electrical fault finding →Older consumer unit?
If an electrical installation requires distribution equipment to be upgraded, we also provide consumer unit and fuse board replacement.
Consumer unit upgrades →Where we work
EICR testing across Central, North and East London
Hoxton Electrical provides EICR testing for residential, landlord and commercial properties across our core Central, North and East London service area.
Core London service areas
EICR inspections in our core London service areas
Our core service area includes Hoxton, Shoreditch, Hackney, Islington, Old Street, Angel, Clerkenwell, Haggerston and Dalston, with electrical inspection and testing available across Central, North and East London.
EICR testing in Hoxton
Electrical inspection and testing for homes, landlords and businesses in Hoxton and surrounding areas.
Electrician in Hoxton →EICR testing in Shoreditch
Electrical Installation Condition Reports and electrical services for properties in Shoreditch.
Electrician in Shoreditch →EICR testing in Hackney
Electrical inspection, testing and remedial services for residential and commercial properties in Hackney.
Electrician in Hackney →EICR testing in Islington
EICRs and electrical inspection services for landlords, homeowners and businesses in Islington.
Electrician in Islington →EICR testing in Old Street
Electrical safety testing for homes, managed property and businesses around Old Street.
Electrician in Old Street →EICR testing in Angel
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for Angel landlords, homeowners and commercial premises.
Electrician in Angel →EICR testing in Clerkenwell
Electrical safety inspections for Clerkenwell offices, homes and managed buildings.
Electrician in Clerkenwell →EICR testing in Haggerston
EICR inspections and electrical testing for Haggerston rental, residential and commercial properties.
Electrician in Haggerston →EICR testing in Dalston
Electrical inspection and testing for Dalston landlords, homeowners and businesses.
Electrician in Dalston →Questions & answers
EICR testing: common questions
What is an EICR?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report is an inspection and test of an existing fixed electrical installation. The report records the condition of the installation and observations identified during the inspection.
What does EICR stand for?
EICR stands for Electrical Installation Condition Report. It records the findings from inspection and testing of an existing fixed electrical installation.
Who needs an EICR?
EICRs are commonly arranged by landlords, homeowners, property purchasers, managing agents, businesses and organisations responsible for maintaining electrical installations.
What is checked during an EICR?
The inspection considers the condition of the fixed electrical installation within the agreed extent and limitations. Appropriate electrical tests are carried out and observations are recorded where defects, deterioration or other safety issues are identified.
How long does an EICR take?
The inspection time depends on the size of the property, number of circuits, accessibility and condition of the electrical installation. Larger or more complex installations normally require more inspection and testing time.
How long is an EICR valid for?
The appropriate inspection interval depends on the property, installation and circumstances. For many rented properties in England, the regulations generally require inspection at least every five years or sooner where the previous report requires it. The report should be checked for its recommended interval.
What do C1, C2, C3 and FI mean?
C1 means danger is present, C2 means potentially dangerous, C3 means improvement recommended and FI means further investigation required. Relevant C1, C2 or FI observations generally make an EICR unsatisfactory.
What happens if an EICR is unsatisfactory?
The report records the observations identified during inspection and testing. Further investigation or remedial work can then be assessed separately. Any remedial work is inspected, tested and documented as appropriate rather than simply rewriting the original report.
Do you provide landlord EICRs in London?
Yes. We provide EICR testing for landlords, letting agents and managing agents across our London service area.
Do you provide commercial EICRs?
Yes. We carry out electrical inspection and testing for commercial premises and managed properties. Quotations depend on the size and complexity of the installation and the number of distribution boards and circuits.
Can you carry out EICR remedial work?
Yes. Where an EICR identifies observations requiring further work, we can assess the remedial scope and provide a separate quotation where appropriate.
Do I need an EICR when buying a house?
An EICR is not automatically required for every house purchase, but a buyer may arrange inspection and testing to understand the condition of the existing fixed installation before proceeding.
What should I prepare before an EICR?
Provide access to the consumer unit, electrical accessories and relevant areas where possible. Tell the electrician about known faults, alterations, access restrictions and any previous reports or certificates.
What happens if an EICR identifies defects?
The Electrical Installation Condition Report records relevant observations identified during the inspection. Further investigation or remedial electrical work can then be assessed separately where required.
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Electrical services commonly required following an EICR, particularly where the inspection identifies defects or remedial work.
Consumer Unit Upgrades
Replacement and upgrading of older fuse boards and consumer units with appropriate modern circuit protection.
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Electrical repairs, alterations, investigation and ongoing maintenance for residential and commercial electrical installations.
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