EICR Certificate London & Surrey

A: An EICR in London typically costs between £288-£500 (exc. VAT) depending on the property size. Houses with 6+ bedrooms and commercial premises, please contact us for a quote. Landlords must have a valid EICR every 5 years. We provide same-day certificates and carry out any remedial work needed. Call 020 8894 1799 for a free site visit and quote. Full pricing list here.

A: Landlords are required by law to have an EICR every 5 years, or at the start of a new tenancy. Homeowners are recommended to have an EICR every 10 years, or when buying a property. Businesses should have EICRs every 5 years.

A: If your EICR is unsatisfactory (containing C1 or C2 codes), remedial work must be carried out to address the issues before a satisfactory certificate can be issued. Sky Electrical can carry out all required remedial work, and will re-inspect and re-certify on completion.

A: In many cases, yes. Sky Electrical aims to complete minor remedial work on the same day as the inspection wherever possible. For more extensive remedial work, we will schedule a follow-up visit and provide a written quote upfront.

A: PAT testing is not a specific legal requirement, but employers have a duty of care under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to ensure electrical equipment is safe. Many landlords and building managers also require it. PAT testing is best practice and helps demonstrate compliance.

A: An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is a comprehensive inspection and test of your property’s fixed electrical installation. This includes wiring, consumer unit, sockets, switches, and earthing. It identifies any defects, deterioration, or potentially dangerous conditions. EICRs are a legal requirement for rental properties and are strongly recommended for all properties every 10 years, or at change of occupancy.

A: Residential properties should have an EICR every 10 years or at every change of occupancy. Rental properties must have an EICR at least every 5 years by law. Commercial properties typically require an EICR every 3–5 years. High-risk environments may require more frequent testing. We advise on the correct interval for your property.

A: EICR observations are graded C1 (immediate danger — action required), C2 (potentially dangerous — urgent action required), or C3 (improvement recommended). C1 and C2 items must be remediated to obtain a satisfactory EICR. We carry out all required remedial work and re-test to issue a clean certificate.

A: PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) is the inspection and testing of portable electrical appliances to check they are safe to use. While not always a strict legal requirement, PAT testing is the standard way to demonstrate compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. It is strongly recommended for workplaces, rental properties with appliances, and schools.

A: Yes. Landlords in England are legally required under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 to have a valid EICR for every rental property, renewed at least every 5 years and at every change of tenancy. Failure to comply can result in fines of up to £30,000. See our landlords page for more on EICRs.