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How to Get an Electrical Safety Test Certificate & What is an EICR?
 

How to Get an Electrical Safety Test Certificate & What is an EICR?

Need an Electrical Safety Test Certificate in London? This guide from Niceic Electricians explains what an EICR is, why it matters, and how to get certified safely, efficiently, and legally with our qualified team. Call 02034882928 to book today.
Need an Electrical Safety Test Certificate in London? This guide from Niceic Electricians explains what an EICR is, why it matters, and how to get certified safely, efficiently, and legally with our qualified team. Call 02034882928 to book today.

If you own, let, or manage a property in London, ensuring your electrical installations are safe and legally compliant is not optional — it’s essential. That’s where the Electrical Installation Condition Report, or EICR, comes in. At Niceic Electricians, we specialise in delivering fast, reliable, and certified EICRs across the capital. Whether it’s for a rental property, commercial premises, or your own home, this guide will help you understand exactly what’s required, and how to get it done efficiently with our expert team.

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What is an EICR?

An EICR, or Electrical Installation Condition Report, is an official certificate that confirms the safety and compliance of a property's electrical systems. It’s issued after a thorough inspection and testing of all fixed wiring, sockets, light fittings, and consumer units within the premises.

These inspections are conducted by qualified electricians to identify:

  • Potential fire hazards

  • Electrical shock risks

  • Outdated wiring or components

  • Poor or non-compliant DIY work

  • Overloaded circuits

The EICR categorises any issues found and recommends actions if improvements are needed.

Who Needs an Electrical Safety Test Certificate?

An EICR is particularly crucial for:

  • Landlords (required by law every 5 years or at tenancy changes)

  • Homeowners (especially when buying or selling a property)

  • Businesses (to meet health and safety obligations)

  • Managing agents (to maintain portfolio compliance)

In the private rental sector, it’s a legal obligation to provide a valid EICR to your tenants and the local authority when requested. Failure to do so can result in heavy fines or even invalid insurance cover.

How Does the Inspection Work?

Booking an EICR with Niceic Electricians is simple, and the process is non-disruptive:

  1. Initial Booking
    Contact our team via 02034882928 or email us at info@rcdelectrician.co.uk to schedule a convenient visit.

  2. On-Site Inspection
    Our NICEIC-certified engineers will arrive promptly and carry out a detailed assessment. This involves:

    • Checking the consumer unit and RCDs

    • Testing circuits for earth continuity

    • Inspecting visible wiring, sockets, and light fittings

  3. Reporting
    After the inspection, you’ll receive a digital or printed report. Faults, if found, are graded as:

    • C1: Immediate danger

    • C2: Potentially dangerous

    • C3: Improvement recommended

  4. Remedial Works (if needed)
    Should any issues arise, we provide a competitive quote for remedial works, all done to the highest safety standards.

How Long is an EICR Valid?

In general:

  • Rental properties: every 5 years

  • Owner-occupied homes: recommended every 10 years

  • Businesses: every 5 years or more frequently depending on industry risk

We’ll keep your property on record and send timely reminders when your renewal is due.

Why Choose Niceic Electricians?

At Niceic Electricians, your safety is our priority. We bring:

  • Fully NICEIC-approved status

  • Transparent, fixed pricing

  • Same-day and weekend appointments available

  • Digital reports for easy landlord compliance

  • Courteous, uniformed electricians

  • Zero third-party involvement or hidden costs

We don’t just inspect — we ensure your property is protected from costly hazards and legal issues.

Book Your EICR Today

If you're a landlord, homeowner, or managing agent in London and need an EICR, don’t wait until there’s a problem. Let Niceic Electricians handle it swiftly, legally, and affordably.
Call: 02034882928
Email: info@rcdelectrician.co.uk

Your electrical safety is one inspection away.

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