EICR’s in Thatched Properties

What is an EICR?

An EICR or an electrical installation condition report is an extensive safety check of electrical installations at a property. This will typically include assessing lighting, sockets, hard wiring, the consumer unit and pug sockets. An EICR should only be conducted by an approved electrician such as Carlyia Ltd.

EICR’s in Thatched Properties

If you’re based in Fordingbridge and have a thatched roof property, we can’t stress how important it is to have an EICR inspection for a number of reasons.

Ultimately, the safety of all occupants is one of the main reasons for an EICR's at a thatched property. The material used for roofing is often highly flammable making thatched properties more prone to fires. Any factors such as overloaded circuits, loose or faulty electrical connections or even outdated wiring will be identified in an EICR. These particular factors can increase the risk of electrical fires in traditional properties, increasing the risk even more so at a thatched property.  

As our team of electricians are experienced and highly skilled when it comes to identifying electrical faults, you, as the homeowner can rest assured knowing the electrical installations at your thatched property have been inspected.

We advise customers with thatched properties to conduct an EICR frequently, recommendations suggest an EICR every 5 years to ensure electrical hazards are identified quickly, reducing the risk of electrical fires and injury to individuals.

Benefits of conducting EICR's in thatched properties

Thatched properties in Fordingbridge are unique and extremely beautiful in appearance. However, beauty does come at a price as many properties with thatched roofing are typically older buildings, lacking modern safety features you would see in new developments. Additionally, the electrical installations within the thatched property may also be dated and damaged through wear and tear. As EICR electricians, we can identify electrical damage quickly during any visual inspections, ensuring remedial work is noted and suggestions can be made to help upgrade wiring and circuitry work.

Insurance policies such as home or building insurance often request an up to date EICR in thatched properties due to the higher risk which comes with buildings with thatched roofing material. In some cases regular EICRs can reduce insurance premiums if the homeowner can demonstrate compliance with safety regulations. Our experienced electricians will be able to spot any unusual requirements at your property as there are certain factors which need to be avoided in properties with a thatched roof, this includes halogen lighting which is a major risk due to the excess heat produced by the bulbs.

Carlyia Ltd, EICR specialists

As a reputable trader, our small team of electricians are well known in Fordingbridge. Our electricians are skilled, reliable and honest when providing clients with recommendations or advice.

As NICEIC, Part P registered and members of the registered competent person scheme, you can rest assured that we always adhere to building regulations and safety standards, especially when conducting EICRs.

To speak to us further about an EICR’s in thatched properties in Fordingbridge, give our friendly team a call today.