What’s the Process for Getting an Electrical Safety Certificate?

EICR

Whether you’re a homeowner or landlord, electrical safety is important. One way to ensure your property’s electrical system is safe and compliant is through an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). At Plugged In Electricians, we’re proud to provide EICRs for properties across Lancashire, Morecambe Bay, South Lakes, and Barrow, helping to protect your tenants, family, and property.

This blog explains what an EICR involves, why it’s essential, and how our trusted team can make the process simple and hassle-free.


What Is an EICR?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a detailed assessment of your property’s electrical system. It evaluates whether the system is safe, compliant with current regulations, and free from hazards.


What Does the EICR Process Involve?

  1. Visual Inspection
    Our qualified electricians examine your property’s wiring, outlets, switches, and fixtures for visible damage or wear.
  2. Testing Electrical Circuits
    We test all circuits for functionality and safety, identifying issues like overloaded circuits, faulty connections, or outdated wiring.
  3. Risk Assessment
    The system is assessed against current safety standards, and any potential hazards are documented.
  4. Detailed Report
    You’ll receive a clear report categorizing issues as:
    • C1: Immediate danger, requiring urgent attention.
    • C2: Potential danger, requiring prompt action.
    • C3: Recommendations for improvement (not a safety risk).
  5. Remedial Repairs
    If your report comes back as unsatisfactory and repairs are needed, we can handle them efficiently to bring your system up to standard. Once we address the C1’s and C2’s, we’ll provide your satisfactory report for no extra charge.

Why Is an EICR Important?

  1. Legal Compliance
    Landlords are legally required to provide an EICR every five years or at the start of a new tenancy.
  2. Protecting Your Property
    An EICR identifies issues that could lead to electrical fires, protecting your property and occupants.
  3. Peace of Mind
    Knowing your system is safe and compliant ensures peace of mind for homeowners and tenants alike.
  4. Insurance Validity
    Many insurance companies require proof of electrical safety compliance.

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Why Choose Plugged In Electricians for Your EICR?

At Plugged In Electricians, we make the EICR process simple and stress-free. With our reputation for customer first, clear communication, transparent pricing, and sustainable solutions, you can trust us to deliver reliable results.

  • Customer First: We work around your schedule for minimal disruption. We also always arrive at the agreed booking time.
  • Award-Winning Service: Recognized as “Best in Carnforth 2024” for our dedication to service and professionalism.
  • Outstanding Reviews: Our customers have consistently left us glowing 5* Google Reviews, for which we are very grateful.

Other Services We Offer

In addition to EICRs, we provide a wide range of services to meet all your electrical needs:

  • General electrical like indoor and outdoor lighting, sockets, switches, rewires and unfloor heating installations.
  • EV charger installations. We are tesla and workplace charging scheme certified installers. Octopus energy partners.
  • Solar panel maintenance and installation. We install solar panels, batteries and inverters.
  • Consumer unit installations
  • Electrical testing. EICR and PAT services.

Book Your EICR Today

Ensure your property’s safety and compliance with Plugged In Electricians.

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