EICR Testing

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is an inspection on the condition of an existing electrical installation, to identify (in order of priority) any deficiencies against the national safety standard for electrical installations.

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What is an EICR Test?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report is a document provided after a full electrical installation inspection has been carried out on a property. This term is most commonly abbreviated to EICR, although you may have heard it being referred to as a Landlord Safety Certificate or a Homeowner's Test.

During an EICR, an electrician will check that the property's wiring is safe. This includes the wiring, plug sockets, light fittings, and the fuse box. In order to carry out the test, the electrician will disconnect the installation from the mains power supply. An EICR will identify any damage, deterioration, defects and/or conditions which may give rise to danger, as well as providing recommendations for improvements.

An EICR is the most in-depth electrical inspection you can have on your property. It's a full MOT of the electrical installation and will highlight any potential safety issues.

Reading the EICR Report

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a detailed document that outlines the condition of a property's electrical installations. Understanding how to read and interpret this report is crucial for landlords and homeowners to ensure the safety of their properties.

The report will provide a summary of the inspection, highlighting any areas of concern. It will use a coding system to indicate the severity of any issues found:

  • C1: Danger Present. Risk of injury. Immediate remedial action required.
  • C2: Potentially Dangerous. Urgent remedial action required.
  • C3: Improvement Recommended. While not dangerous, improvements are recommended to enhance the safety of the installation.
  • FI: Further Investigation Required. The inspector was unable to draw a conclusion on the safety of a particular part of the installation and further investigation is required.

The report will also state whether the overall condition of the electrical installation is 'satisfactory' or 'unsatisfactory'. If it is 'unsatisfactory', remedial work is required to bring the installation up to a safe standard.