Consumer Unit and Protective Devices
Inspection of the consumer unit, circuit breakers, RCDs and other protective devices.
Electrical Inspection and Testing
EICR Inspection & Testing in High Wycombe and Beaconsfield
Wycombe Electrical Ltd carries out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) for homeowners, landlords and businesses across High Wycombe, Beaconsfield and the surrounding areas.
You get a thorough inspection by a qualified electrician, a clear written report, and a plain-English explanation of anything that needs attention.
Electrical Safety Inspections
Assessing the Condition of Your Electrical Installation
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal check of the fixed wiring in a property: the consumer unit, circuits, sockets, switches, earthing and bonding. It tells you whether the installation is safe to keep using and what, if anything, needs putting right.
Wiring deteriorates with age and use, and most problems are hidden behind walls and under floors. An EICR finds them before they lead to an electric shock, a fire or a hold-up in a sale or letting.
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Every inspection is carried out to BS 7671, the UK wiring regulations, and includes:
- A full inspection and test of the fixed wiring and circuits
- Testing of the consumer unit, RCDs and other protective devices
- Every defect recorded and coded C1, C2, C3 or FI
- A written report with a clear explanation of the findings and any remedial work needed
What We Check
What Is Included in an EICR Inspection?
An EICR assesses the condition and safety of the fixed electrical installation within a property. Wycombe Electrical Ltd inspects and tests key parts of the system to identify defects, deterioration and potential safety concerns.
Fixed Wiring and Circuits
Testing of fixed wiring and electrical circuits to assess their condition and safety.
Sockets, Switches and Accessories
Inspection of sockets, switches, fused spurs and other fixed electrical accessories.
Earthing and Bonding
Checking the property’s earthing arrangements and protective bonding.
Signs of Damage or Deterioration
Identification of overheating, loose connections, wear, damage or ageing electrical components.
Electrical Safety Defects
Recording of defects, observations and any recommended remedial work.
How We Work
A Clear and Structured EICR Process
Wycombe Electrical Ltd follows a professional inspection and testing process to assess the condition of the fixed electrical installation, record any defects and provide clear recommendations.
01
Discuss the Property
We confirm the property type, reason for the inspection, access requirements and any known electrical concerns.
02
Inspect and Test
The electrician carries out a visual inspection and electrical testing of the fixed installation, circuits and protective devices.
03
Record the Findings
Any defects, deterioration or safety concerns are documented and classified within the Electrical Installation Condition Report.
04
Issue the Report
The completed EICR is provided with a clear explanation of the findings and any recommended remedial work.
EICR Prices and How Long It Takes
The cost and duration of an EICR depend mainly on the size of the property and the number of circuits. Use the table below as a guide.
Property size | Typical time on site | Price |
|---|---|---|
Studio or 1-bedroom flat | 1 to 2 hours | £150.00 |
2-bedroom flat or house | 1 to 2 hours | £180.00 |
3-bedroom house | 2 to 3 hours | £200.00 |
4-bedroom house | 3 to 4 hours | £220.00 |
5 or more bedrooms | 4 hours | £240.00 |
Commercial premises | Depends on size and number of circuits | Quote on request |
The above costs include 1 consumer unit. Any additional consumer units are charged at £15 per circuit
Times are a guide only. Older wiring, more than one consumer unit, outbuildings and restricted access can all add time and cost. The power will be off for parts of the inspection.
What C1, C2, C3 and FI Codes Mean
Every issue found during the inspection is given a classification code on the report. The codes decide whether the overall result is satisfactory or unsatisfactory.
Code | Meaning | What happens next |
|---|---|---|
C1 | Danger present. Risk of injury. Example: exposed live parts that can be touched. | Immediate action required. The electrician will normally make it safe before leaving. The report is unsatisfactory. |
C2 | Potentially dangerous. Example: no reliable earth connection. | Urgent remedial work required. The report is unsatisfactory. |
C3 | Improvement recommended. Example: no RCD protection for cables concealed in walls. | Not a fail. The report can still be satisfactory, but acting on it would improve safety. |
FI | Further investigation required without delay. | More investigation is needed to find out whether there is a danger. The report is unsatisfactory. |
A report with any C1, C2 or FI code is unsatisfactory. For rented homes, that work must be completed within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so.
Who We Help
EICR Reports for Homes, Landlords and Businesses
Whether you live in the property, let it out or run a business from it, an EICR gives you a clear record of the condition of the electrics. We inspect homes, rental properties and commercial premises across High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, Marlow, Amersham, Chesham and the surrounding areas.
1. Homeowners
There is no legal requirement for owner-occupiers, but an inspection every 10 years is the usual recommendation. It is worth having one sooner if you are buying an older property, planning renovation work, or have noticed tripping circuits, scorch marks or flickering lights. An EICR before you buy can save an expensive surprise later.
2. Landlords and Rental Properties
The 5-year rule. In England, landlords must have the electrical installation in a rented home inspected and tested by a qualified person at least every 5 years, or sooner if the previous report says so. The rules have applied to private tenancies since 2020 and now cover social housing as well.
As a landlord you must:
- Give a copy of the report to existing tenants within 28 days of the inspection
- Give a copy to new tenants before they move in, and to prospective tenants within 28 days of a request
- Send a copy to the local council within 7 days if they ask for it
- Complete any remedial or further investigative work within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so
- Give written confirmation of the completed work to the tenant and the council within 28 days of completion
- Keep a copy to give to the electrician who carries out the next inspection
Councils can issue a financial penalty of up to £40,000 for a breach. Your report states the date the next inspection is due.
3. Commercial Properties
Employers and duty holders must keep electrical systems safe under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, and a periodic EICR is the accepted way to show that. Offices and shops are typically inspected every 5 years, with shorter intervals for higher-risk premises, and insurers often ask for a current report. Speak to us about timing the inspection around your opening hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
EICR FAQs
Answers to the questions we are asked most often about EICRs, landlord electrical safety checks and what happens after the inspection.
An Electrical Installation Condition Report is a formal inspection and test of the fixed electrical installation in a property: the consumer unit, wiring, sockets, switches, earthing and bonding. It records whether the installation is satisfactory for continued use and lists any defects found. Portable appliances are not part of an EICR.
Each defect is recorded on the report with a code. C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous) and FI (further investigation required) make the report unsatisfactory and need to be dealt with. C3 is a recommended improvement and does not fail the report. We explain every finding and can quote for any work needed. Once the work is done you receive written confirmation, such as a Minor Works Certificate or an Electrical Installation Certificate.
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Arrange an EICR with Wycombe Electrical Ltd
Call 01494 623 006 or send us a message to book an EICR for your home, rental property or business premises in High Wycombe, Beaconsfield and the surrounding areas.