EICRs in Rochford are carried out by TM Hughes & Son for landlords, letting agents, homeowners, and local businesses. Our NICEIC-registered electricians inspect fixed electrical installations and provide Electrical Installation Condition Reports. Ensuring electrical systems are safe for tenants, landlords, and letting agents and staying on the right side of the law
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An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) provides a clear view of a property’s electrical system. Required every 5 years for landlords (by law) and recommended every 10 years for homeowners.
TM Hughes & Son provides EICR inspections in Rochford through our NICEIC-registered electricians.
What An EICR Checks
An EICR is not just a quick look at the fuse board. It is an inspection and test of the fixed electrical installation. The aim is to identify signs of damage, wear, poor past work, or safety concerns, and verify that the electrical system is safe for use.
An electrician checks:
- Consumer unit
- Electrical circuits
- Earthing & Bonding
- Sockets & Switches
- Light fittings
- Protective devices, such as RCDs, MCBs and RCBOs
- Signs of wear or damage
- Polarity
- Insulation resistance
- Earth loop impedance
- RCD operation
- Possible overloads
- Surge protection
The electrician will also look for signs of heat, damage, overloaded circuits and older electrical work which may need attention.
The report will show whether the installation is satisfactory or unsatisfactory.
EICRs For Landlords And Letting Agents
Landlords use EICRs to help meet their electrical safety duties. Rental properties in England need electrical installations checked at least every five years.
Our landlord electrical safety inspections in Rochford can help with rental homes, checks before a new tenancy, letting agent reports and support after a failed inspection.
EICRs For Homeowners
Homeowners can also arrange an EICR to check the condition of their electrical system. For owner-occupied homes, an inspection is recommended every 10 years, or sooner if you have problems with your electrical system.
This may include tripping circuits, damaged sockets, flickering lights, burning smells, old wiring or a dated consumer unit.
An EICR provides a clear report on the property’s fixed wiring, circuits, and electrical safety. It can also help before buying, selling, renovating or planning new electrical work.
Understanding The Report
An EICR may include codes which explain the condition of the installation. Some items may need urgent work. Others may be recommendations for improvement.
- A C1 means danger is present
- A C2 indicates potential danger
- A C3 is a recommendation for improvement
- An FI code means further investigation is needed
These codes help turn a confusing electrical issue into a clear next step.
If remedial work is needed, our electricians will explain what has been found and provide a quote.
What Happens When A Property Passes An EICR?
When a property passes an EICR, the report will state that the electrical installation is satisfactory.
This means no C1, C2 or FI issues have been found during the inspection, or there were issues and they have been rectified.
The landlord, letting agent or homeowner can keep the report as a clear record of the electrical condition at the time of testing.
For rental properties, landlords should keep a copy and provide it where required. If the report recommends a shorter inspection period, the next check should be scheduled for the date specified in the report.
Book An EICR In Rochford
Contact us today to book a landlord’s electrical inspection in Rochford. Please use the phone number or email below. Talk to a member of our team who’ll give you a quote and book you in at a convenient time for you or your tenant.
Hi, I’m Terry, the founder and owner of TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services
Please get in touch to book an appointment or receive a free, no-obligation quote
Call: 01702 911560