An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is the definitive check on whether your property’s fixed wiring is safe, sound and legal. Our NICEIC-approved engineers carry out domestic, landlord and commercial EICRs across Norfolk and Suffolk — thorough testing, a clear coded report, and honest advice on any remedial work, usually with the certificate in your inbox within days.
What an EICR tells you
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal inspection and test of your property's fixed wiring, sockets, switches and consumer unit. It identifies anything that's dangerous, deteriorating or doesn't meet current standards, and reports each issue with a clear code: C1 (danger present — immediate action needed within 24 hours), C2 (potentially dangerous — remedial work needed within 3 months), C3 (improvement recommended but not urgent) or FI (further investigation required). A report with no C1 or C2 items is classed as satisfactory and you can proceed with confidence.
What the inspection covers
We inspect and test every circuit — lighting, power, heating, cookers — checking cables, insulation, earthing, bonding, protective devices (fuses, breakers, RCDs), sockets, switches and the consumer unit. We use specialist test equipment to measure earth fault loop impedance, insulation resistance, and RCD response times, so every element is verified, not just visually checked. The result is a detailed report showing exactly what's safe and what needs attention.
How long and how much
A typical domestic EICR takes 3–5 hours depending on the size of the property and complexity of the wiring. Small flats: £180–250. 3-bedroom houses: £250–350. Larger properties and commercial premises are priced after a quick chat about the number of circuits and distribution boards. We provide a fixed price quote upfront — no surprises, no hourly ambiguity. If remedial work is needed (replacing an RCD, for example), we quote separately so you can decide whether to proceed.
Landlords — this is a legal requirement
In England, every private rental property must have a current EICR carried out by a qualified person. Testing must be done at least every 5 years, and a copy of the report given to tenants within 28 days and to a new tenant before they move in. If you fail to provide evidence of testing, your local authority can issue remedial notices and fine you up to £30,000 per breach. We handle the testing, provide the certificate, and can email copies straight to your tenants and insurer — all included. Fast turnarounds are usually possible, and we can manage a whole portfolio on one schedule so nothing lapses.
For homeowners — before buying or selling
An EICR protects your investment. If you're buying, it reveals hidden wiring faults before you commit. If you're selling, a satisfactory EICR reassures buyers and can speed up the conveyance. Many mortgage lenders also now ask for one as a condition of the advance. As a homeowner, it's recommended every 10 years as a safety checkpoint — or sooner if you've had a flood, an extension, or you've just moved into an older property and don't know its history.
Commercial and business premises
Offices, shops, restaurants, workshops and other commercial buildings need an EICR too — typically every 5 years, or more often for higher-risk environments. A satisfactory report is frequently required by your insurer and by your landlord or lease. We test out of hours where needed so your business keeps trading, and provide the full documentation (report, circuit schedules and remedial quote) your facilities or compliance team needs on file.
What happens after testing
If your report shows C1 or C2 items, we'll explain exactly what's needed — whether that's a simple circuit breaker replacement (£50–150) or a more involved fix like RCD protection (£200–500 depending on scope). We'll never push you into unnecessary work; our job is to make you safe, and we'll advise on what can wait if budget is tight. All remedial work carries the appropriate Electrical Installation Certificate, so you're fully covered when complete — and we can re-issue the EICR as satisfactory once the work is signed off.