Electrical Condition Reports (EICR) for Homes & Businesses in Liverpool
We provide professional EICR testing and reports in Liverpool for landlords, businesses, and homeowners. Our NICEIC-approved electricians conduct thorough electrical inspections to ensure your property is safe, compliant, and meets all relevant legal requirements.
Available 7 days a week, we provide both scheduled inspections and urgent testing following electrical issues.
What is an EICR?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a detailed inspection and safety test of your property’s electrical installation. It assesses the condition of wiring, sockets, switches, consumer units, and protective devices to ensure the system is safe and compliant with current UK wiring regulations.
During an EICR inspection, a qualified electrician carries out both visual checks and electrical testing to identify potential hazards such as damaged wiring, overloaded circuits, poor earthing, or outdated electrical components.
An EICR acts as a health check for your electrical system, helping homeowners, landlords, and businesses confirm that their installation is safe to use.
Who Needs an EICR?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report is recommended for:
- Landlords – legally required every 5 years for rental properties
- Homeowners – recommended every 10 years or when buying a property
- Businesses and commercial premises – to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Property buyers or sellers – to confirm the condition of the electrical system
Regular inspections help identify potential problems before they become serious safety hazards.
What Does an EICR Inspection Check?
During an EICR inspection, electricians examine and test the key components of your electrical installation, including:
- Consumer units (fuse boards) and circuit protection
- Electrical wiring and cabling throughout the property
- Earthing and bonding arrangements
- Sockets, switches, and lighting circuits
- Residual Current Devices (RCDs)
- Signs of damage, overheating, or unsafe alterations
The inspection helps identify electrical faults, deterioration, or non-compliance with current safety standards.
What Do EICR Codes Mean?
If issues are identified during an inspection, they will be classified using standard codes:
• C1 – Danger present (immediate action required)
• C2 – Potentially dangerous (urgent repair required)
• C3 – Improvement recommended
• FI – Further investigation required
If the report contains C1 or C2 issues, the installation will be marked unsatisfactory until repairs are completed.
If faults are discovered during the inspection, our electricians can carry out electrical fault finding to locate the exact issue.
In some cases, older wiring systems may require house rewiring.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does an EICR take?
- For a typical 3-bedroom house, an Electrical Installation Condition Report usually takes between 2–4 hours. Larger homes or commercial properties may take longer depending on the size of the installation and the number of circuits that need to be tested. The inspection includes both visual checks and electrical testing to ensure the wiring, consumer unit, sockets, and protective devices are safe and compliant with current UK regulations.
What happens if my property fails an EICR?
- If an installation fails an EICR, the report will highlight issues using classification codes such as C1 (danger present) or C2 (potentially dangerous). These issues must be repaired to make the installation safe. Our electricians will explain the findings clearly and provide a quotation for any remedial work required to bring the system up to current safety standards.
Do landlords need an EICR in Liverpool?
- Yes. UK legislation requires landlords to have an Electrical Installation Condition Report carried out at least every five years or at the start of a new tenancy. The inspection ensures the electrical installation is safe for tenants and complies with the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector regulations.
Can you provide EICR certificates for businesses?
- Yes. We provide EICR inspections and certification for commercial and industrial properties including offices, shops, warehouses, and public buildings. Regular electrical inspections help businesses meet health and safety responsibilities and ensure their electrical systems remain safe and compliant with current regulations.