Billericay Electrical ServicesBillericay, Essex
Landlord EICR in Billericay CM11
An EICR (electrical installation condition report) is an inspection and test of the fixed electrics in a rental property, written up in a report.
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Landlord EICR for rental properties in Billericay
Billericay Electrical Services provides Landlord EICR across Billericay and nearby parts of Essex, including Wickford, Brentwood, Stock and Ramsden Heath. This page explains what the work involves and when to send an enquiry.
What happens, step by step
Every property is different, but a typical Landlord EICR job runs like this.
| Step | What happens |
|---|---|
| Enquiry | You send the form with the postcode, property type and any existing report. |
| Quote and arrangements | The details are discussed, a quote is provided and access is arranged, including with tenants if needed. |
| Inspection and testing | The fixed electrics are inspected and tested across the property. |
| Report | You receive the EICR with its observations and the overall result. |
| Remedial work | If the report lists faults, repairs can be quoted for separately. |
| Paperwork | You keep the report and any records of completed work for your files and your tenants. |
Timings and any follow-up work depend on the property and what the testing finds.
What a landlord EICR involves
The inspection looks at the fixed electrical installation in the property. That includes the consumer unit, wiring, sockets, switches, light fittings, and the earthing and bonding. The electrician carries out visual checks and electrical testing, and records what they find.
The result is a report. It states whether the installation is satisfactory or unsatisfactory, and lists any observations with a classification code showing how urgent each one is. People often call it an electrical safety certificate, but the document you receive is a report. Keep it with your other property certificates, such as your gas safety record.
An EICR covers the fixed installation, not portable appliances. If you supply a kettle or a lamp, that is a separate matter.
When to send an enquiry
Landlords in England are generally required to have the electrics in a rented property inspected and tested at regular intervals, commonly no more than five years apart, and to give tenants a copy of the report. These electrical safety standards can change, so check GOV.UK for the current position before you plan.
Good times to ask about a Landlord EICR include:
• before a new tenancy starts • when your existing report is close to its expiry date • when a report recommends re-inspection sooner than five years • after major electrical work or a rewire • after you take on a rental building that has no report
If there is an electrical emergency, such as a burning smell, scorching or sparking, switch off at the consumer unit if it is safe to do so and get emergency help straight away. An enquiry form is not the right route for that.
What affects the cost
The cost of an EICR depends mainly on the size and layout of the property. A larger home with more circuits takes longer to test than a small flat. Age and condition matter too, as does how easy it is to reach the consumer unit, sockets and fittings, and whether the property is occupied.
The cost of the inspection is separate from any remedial work it uncovers. The EICR tells you what condition the installation is in. If it lists faults, fixing them is additional work, and you can ask for a quote for it once you have seen the report. You are not obliged to use the same electrician for the repairs.
If the report finds problems
An unsatisfactory report is not unusual, and it does not always mean a big job. Some findings are small repairs. Others, such as an outdated consumer unit, may call for larger work. Our Consumer Unit Upgrades and Electrician services can cover that, and the team can discuss the options with you.
The rules set time limits for dealing with the more serious findings, so read the report carefully and check GOV.UK for what applies to you. Once the remedial work is done, keep the paperwork showing it was completed, along with the original report.
What to include when you request a quote
To request a quote, use the enquiry form on this page. Give the postcode and property type, such as a flat, terraced house or HMO, plus the number of bedrooms and whether tenants are living there. If you have an existing report, mention its date and any observations it lists.
If the building is commercial or mixed use, say so, because Commercial EICR is a separate service. If you are buying or selling, EICR for Buying or Selling may suit you better.
Questions about this
How often does a landlord need an EICR?
In England, landlords are generally required to have the installation inspected and tested at intervals of no more than five years, or sooner if the previous report says so. Rules can change, so check GOV.UK for the current position.
Does an EICR cover appliances?
No. It covers the fixed installation, such as wiring, the consumer unit, sockets, switches and lighting. Portable appliances are tested separately.
What happens if my report is unsatisfactory?
The report lists what needs attention and how urgent each item is. You then arrange the remedial work, which is quoted separately from the inspection, and keep the records once it is done.
Can I use an existing report for a new tenancy?
Possibly, if it is still within its interval and the installation has not changed. Check the date and the report's recommendations, and look at the current guidance on GOV.UK.
What you get
Support for landlords
Landlord EICR is one of our services, so you can ask about the inspection and the paperwork in one place.
Covers Billericay and nearby towns
We serve Billericay, Wickford, Brentwood, Stock and Ramsden Heath, so you can ask about rental properties across those areas.
Follow-up work available
If the report points to repairs, we also offer Consumer Unit Upgrades and general Electrician work, which you can discuss separately.