Homeowners should have electrical testing at their property to make sure the electrical installations meet UK regulations.
It's actually recommended by electricians to carry out an EICR or Electrical Installation Condition Report at least every 10 years if you're a homeowner. Landlords on the other hand are legally bound to have an EICR every 5 years. Electrical testing is essential in properties where electrical upgrades haven’t been made in a number of years. You might even notice worrying signs such as flickering lights or outlets constantly warm to the touch. Carlyia Ltd are experienced electricians, trained to recognise electrical faults and safety concerns. Let’s work together to improve electrical safety at your property in Fordinbridge.
Why might I need an EICR?
If you own a private rental property in Fordingbridge, you are legally required to conduct an EICR every 5 years in accordance with Electrical Safety Standards Regulation 2020. This is to ensure electrical installations are safe, efficient and fault free for tenants. Another reason to consider an EICR for homeowners is to make sure electrical systems have kept up with upgrades. I recently worked on a project on Waverley Road and like a number of older homes in the area, this particular property had had a few upgrades. These included outdoor power installation and a rear kitchen extension. The fuseboard was struggling to keep up with modern demands and actually wouldn’t have managed future additions such as EV charger installation. An EICR confirmed the status of the electrical systems and highlighted an issue with the properties fuseboard.
What is an EICR?
An EICR is an electrical inspection used to check installations such as lighting, wiring, outlets and switches. Any additional electrical systems such as solar panel, battery storage or electrics in an extension are also checked. A qualified electrician will look for visible signs of damage, areas of non compliance and general wear and tear. Any faults identified are assigned a classification code which demonstrates the severity of the fault found. At the end of an EICR, homeowners are issued with a report which states the outcome of the inspection. Ideally, a satisfactory report suggests that electrical installations are safe and compliant. If the outcome is "unsatisfactory" then remedial action must take place to make improvements.
How much is an EICR?
An EICR can range from £150- £500 in Fordingbridge. The cost does depend on the size of the property and number of electrical circuits which need to be tested. When working with a highly qualified NICEIC electrician like us, you can factor in our specialised expertise as well as the overhead cost of a fully insured and certified business. The customer on Waverley Road had worked with previously so reached out to Carlyia Ltd to make sure they received straightforward advice and thorough electrical testing. The homeowner knew that another advantage of working with NICEIC approved electricians like us was our ability to provide solutions for remedial work, carrying our repair work over the days preceding the EICR.
Contact Carlyia Ltd in Fordingbridge.
Has your home’s electrical systems kept up with upgrades over the years? Why not give Carlyia Ltd a call on 01722 440 366 and speak to Frank about electrical testing? We can arrange an EICR at your property at a time that suits you.
