EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report)
Landlord EICR (Electrical Safety Report) in Chelmsford & Essex
An EICR confirms the fixed electrics in your rental property are safe. We arrange a qualified, registered electrician anywhere in Chelmsford and Essex, send you the report and help you deal with any C1 or C2 findings.
From £109 (1-bed) / £139 (2-bed) / £169 (3-bed)
- What it is
- An EICR is an inspection of a property's fixed electrical installation — wiring, sockets, the consumer unit (fuse box) and similar — to check it's safe. “EICR” stands for Electrical Installation Condition Report.
- Who needs it
- Any landlord renting out a property in England.
- Legal basis
- Required at least every 5 years (or sooner at a change of tenancy, where applicable) under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020.
- How we help
- We arrange a qualified, registered electrician to inspect your property's electrics and issue your EICR. If the report flags a fault (e.g. a C1 or C2 finding), we coordinate getting it fixed — the inspection and certificate cost is separate from any remedial work needed, which is quoted once the fault is known.
Areas we cover
We coordinate this service for landlords and letting agents in Chelmsford, Colchester, Basildon, Southend-on-Sea, Brentwood, Braintree, Maldon and the rest of Essex. See all areas
Frequently asked questions
How often do I need an EICR?+
At least every five years for privately rented homes in England, or sooner if the previous report recommends it.
What do C1, C2 and FI mean on an EICR?+
C1 means danger present, C2 means potentially dangerous and FI means further investigation is needed. Any of these makes the report unsatisfactory until the work is done.
How long do I have to fix problems found on the report?+
Remedial work or further investigation must usually be completed within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so. You then need written confirmation from a qualified person that the work is done.
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Essex Certificate Services coordinates and manages certificates. Inspections are carried out by qualified, registered and insured third-party engineers and assessors. This page is general guidance, not legal advice.