NICEIC-approved EICR testing for landlords, homebuyers, and homeowners
EICR reports with clear answers, practical next steps, and no scare tactics.
We inspect the fixed wiring properly, explain the report in plain English, and tell you what is genuinely urgent, what is recommended, and what can wait.
5 yrs
Landlord inspection cycle
C1-C3
Clear coded observations
NICEIC
Approved inspection work
What The Report Covers
An EICR is the electrical equivalent of an MOT for the fixed wiring.
The aim is to identify deterioration, damage, unsafe alterations, and non-compliance with current safety expectations in the installation. It focuses on the fixed electrics in the property, not on portable appliances.
NICEIC-approved inspection and reporting
Clear explanations without alarmist wording
Remedial work quoted separately if you need it
Inspection area
Condition of the consumer unit and protective devices
Inspection area
Signs of overheating, damage, or poor previous alterations
Inspection area
Earthing, bonding, polarity, and circuit integrity
Inspection area
Whether the installation aligns with current safety expectations
Who Usually Needs One
The same report serves different jobs, depending on the property.
Some customers need compliance paperwork. Others want confidence before buying, renovating, or trusting an older installation.
A legal requirement for rented property in Scotland
Private landlords must keep fixed electrical installations inspected and reported on at least every five years by a qualified electrician.
- EICR certificates prepared for landlord compliance
- Clear coding and follow-up advice if remedial work is needed
- Useful for renewals, change of tenancy, and ongoing record keeping
A better picture of the wiring before you commit
A standard survey does not tell you much about the condition of the fixed wiring. An EICR helps you understand hidden issues before purchase.
- Flags damage, deterioration, and outdated protection
- Useful when buying an older property or one with extensions
- Helps you budget accurately for any electrical upgrades
Peace of mind if the installation has aged or changed
If you have lived in the property for years, recently moved in, or suspect the electrics have been altered over time, an EICR gives you a proper baseline.
- Recommended periodically for owner-occupied homes
- Especially useful after renovation work or repeated faults
- Helps confirm what is safe, what is dated, and what is urgent
Reading The Outcome
Report codes tell you how serious each observation is.
We explain the codes on the day so you are not left trying to decode the report afterwards.
Danger present
There is an immediate risk of injury. Immediate action is required to make the installation safe.
Potentially dangerous
The issue is serious enough that remedial work is required to remove the risk of injury.
Improvement recommended
The installation is not considered unsafe, but an upgrade would improve safety or bring it closer to current standards.
Further investigation
Part of the installation needs more investigation before a conclusion can be reached on its safety.
Important
Unsatisfactory reports are about action, not panic.
A report is unsatisfactory where it includes C1, C2, or FI. If that happens, we explain the issue clearly and can quote separately for remedial work to bring the installation back to a satisfactory standard.
Use the electrical safety quiz as a quick first filter.
If you are still deciding whether you need an inspection, a repair, or just some guidance, the quiz is a sensible place to start.
- Useful if you are weighing up symptoms before booking
- Helps separate likely inspection work from urgent faults
Go straight to a quote for your EICR.
If you already know you need a report, we can quote for the inspection and talk through any access, tenant, or remedial considerations up front.
- Suitable for landlords, buyers, and owner-occupiers
- Separate remedial pricing if anything fails inspection
Why Choose Us
You need a report you can actually understand and act on.
The value in an EICR is not just the certificate. It is the quality of the inspection, the clarity of the explanation, and whether the follow-up advice is grounded in the real condition of the installation.
NICEIC approved
Inspection and reporting work carried out to recognised industry standards.
Plain-English reporting
We talk through the codes and what they mean for the property, not just hand over a document.
Clear remedial next steps
If work is needed, we separate that from the inspection and explain the priority properly.
Common Questions
Straight answers before you book the report.
These are the questions we hear most often from landlords, buyers, and homeowners when they are deciding whether to arrange an EICR.
How long does an EICR take?
It depends on the size of the property and the number of circuits, but an average home typically takes around two to four hours.
How much does an EICR cost?
Pricing depends on the size and layout of the property. We quote based on the inspection scope so you get a fixed price that matches the job.
What happens if the report is unsatisfactory?
We explain which observations caused the result, what is urgent, and what can wait. If you want us to carry out the remedial work, we provide a separate no-obligation quote.
If you would rather talk through the property first, call us and we will tell you whether it sounds like a routine inspection, a likely remedial issue, or something more urgent.
Book An Inspection
Book your EICR and get a clear view of the installation.
Whether you need landlord compliance, reassurance before a purchase, or a safety check on an older property, we can quote for the inspection and explain the next step properly.