An electrical safety certificate — more accurately called an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) — is a document produced after a formal inspection of a property’s electrical installation. Here’s what you need to know about getting one in Bristol.
What an EICR involves
A qualified electrician inspects and tests the wiring, sockets, consumer unit, and other fixed electrical installations. Any faults or areas of concern are coded: C1 means danger present and needs immediate attention; C2 means potentially dangerous and needs fixing within 28 days; C3 is a recommendation (not urgent); FI means further investigation is needed. The report concludes as either satisfactory or unsatisfactory.
Who needs one
Landlords in England are legally required to have an EICR every five years and must provide a copy to tenants. Homeowners aren’t legally required to have one, but it’s worth doing when buying a property, every ten years as a general check, or if the installation is old or hasn’t been inspected in a long time. Commercial properties have their own requirements depending on the nature of the premises.
How much does it cost in Bristol?
For most domestic properties in Bristol, an EICR costs between £150 and £300, depending on the size of the property and the number of circuits. We provide fixed-price EICRs — get in touch for a quote specific to your property.
Choosing the right electrician
The electrician carrying out your EICR needs to be registered with a recognised scheme like NICEIC or NAPIT. We’re NICEIC-approved and based locally in Bristol — if you need an EICR arranged, get in touch and we’ll get it booked in.
