Fixed wiring and circuits
Inspection and testing considers the fixed wiring and circuits, using appropriate tests to assess factors such as continuity, insulation, polarity and fault protection.
Electrical inspection & testing in Ealing
EICR in Ealing – Electrical Installation Condition Reports
Arrange an EICR in Ealing for a home, rental property or commercial premises. We inspect and test the fixed electrical installation, record the findings and provide an Electrical Installation Condition Report showing its condition and any observations that require attention.
Homes • Rental properties • Commercial premises
Fixed installation inspection & testing
Clear report of findings
Ealing W5 & W13 coverage
EICR testing in Ealing
What is an EICR?
EICR stands for Electrical Installation Condition Report. It is produced after inspection and testing of an existing fixed electrical installation to assess its condition and identify electrical safety issues, deterioration or defects. You may also see people search for an “EICR certificate” or “electrical safety certificate”; the formal document is a condition report.
For customers in Ealing, an EICR can be relevant when managing a rented property, assessing an older or unfamiliar installation, buying a property or reviewing electrical safety within commercial premises.
Consumer unit, earthing and bonding
The consumer unit and protective devices are assessed together with the installation's earthing and bonding arrangements and their relevance to electrical safety.
Sockets, switches and fixed equipment
Accessible sockets, switches, lighting points and permanently connected equipment within the agreed scope are considered as part of the fixed installation.
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What happens during an EICR?
The inspection combines visual checks with electrical testing. Reasonable access is needed to the consumer unit, relevant rooms and electrical points. Parts of the installation may need to be safely isolated while tests are carried out, so temporary interruption to some circuits can be necessary.
Scope and access
We establish the installation and inspection scope, review available previous reports and identify any access limitations.
Visual inspection
Accessible parts are checked for visible damage, deterioration, overheating, unsuitable alterations and other concerns.
Electrical testing
Appropriate test equipment is used to assess circuits and protective measures, with safe isolation where required.
Findings recorded
Observations, test information and classification codes are recorded and the overall condition is stated in the report.
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Understanding your EICR results
The report records the condition of the installation and the observations found during inspection and testing. Where an observation is relevant to safety, classification codes help explain its significance.
Danger present
There is a risk of injury and the danger requires immediate attention.
Potentially dangerous
Remedial work is required where a C2 observation is identified.
Improvement recommended
An improvement is recommended. A C3 observation alone does not make a landlord EICR unsatisfactory.
Further investigation
Further investigation is required without delay to establish the nature or extent of the concern.
After the inspection
What happens if an EICR is unsatisfactory?
An unsatisfactory EICR does not automatically mean that a property needs a complete rewire or a new consumer unit. The correct next step depends on the individual observations and classifications recorded in the report.
C1 and C2 observations require remedial attention, while FI indicates that further investigation is required. The relevant defect can then be assessed and the appropriate work agreed. Where a specific fault is identified, our Electrical Repairs & Fault Finding in Ealing page covers repair work. If the findings specifically concern the board or wider wiring, see Consumer Unit Replacement Ealing or House Rewiring Ealing.
Who needs an EICR?
EICRs for landlords, homeowners and businesses
The reason for arranging an EICR differs according to the property and the person responsible for it. Landlord duties should not be confused with recommendations for owner-occupied homes or electrical-safety management in commercial premises.
Landlord EICRs in Ealing
Landlords covered by the electrical-safety regulations in England must ensure the electrical installation is inspected and tested by a qualified person at least every five years, with the report also stating when the next inspection is due.
Existing tenants must receive a copy within 28 days of the inspection; a new tenant must receive the current report before occupying the property. A new EICR is not automatically required for every change of tenant where a current compliant inspection already exists and no outstanding work requires a fresh inspection.
Where required remedial or investigative work is identified, the current rules set deadlines for completing it and providing the relevant confirmation.
Landlord information last reviewed: 4 October 2026.
Homeowners and property buyers
Owner-occupiers do not have the same statutory EICR duty as landlords simply because they own and live in the property. An EICR can nevertheless provide a useful assessment of an existing installation, particularly where its age, alteration history or previous inspection history is unclear.
Commercial premises
Periodic inspection and testing can form part of managing the safety of a fixed electrical installation at a workplace or commercial property. There is not a universal statutory “commercial EICR every five years” rule equivalent to the residential landlord requirement. The appropriate inspection regime depends on the installation, its use, condition and relevant duties. For wider work, see our Commercial Electrician Ealing service.
EICR price
How much does an EICR cost in Ealing?
Rather than publish an artificial “from” price, we quote according to the property and the electrical installation being inspected. The time and scope can vary substantially between a smaller home with a straightforward installation and a larger or more complex property.
Factors that can affect an EICR quotation include:
- property type, size and layout;
- number of circuits;
- number of consumer units or distribution boards;
- installation complexity and property use;
- access restrictions or known limitations;
- the inspection and testing reasonably required for the installation.
What to send for an EICR quote
For the most useful quotation, send us:
- your Ealing postcode;
- property type and approximate size;
- whether it is a home, rental or commercial premises;
- number of consumer units, if known;
- whether the property is occupied or vacant;
- any access restrictions or sensitive equipment;
- whether you have a previous EICR or EIC.
Local EICR service
EICR services across Ealing
We arrange EICR inspection and testing for homes, rental properties and relevant commercial premises across Ealing, including W5 and W13. Our local coverage includes Ealing Broadway, West Ealing, South Ealing, Ealing Common, Northfields and nearby areas we serve.
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Need an EICR in Ealing?
Send your postcode and property details and we can discuss the inspection and quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
EICR Ealing FAQs
What is an EICR?
An EICR is an Electrical Installation Condition Report produced after inspection and testing of an existing fixed electrical installation. It records its condition, test information and relevant observations.
Is an EICR the same as an electrical safety certificate?
“Electrical safety certificate” and “EICR certificate” are common search terms, but EICR formally means Electrical Installation Condition Report. The document produced is a report on the condition of the fixed installation.
How much does an EICR cost in Ealing?
Cost depends on factors such as property size, circuit count, number of consumer units, installation complexity and access. Send us your property details for a quotation rather than relying on a generic price.
How long does an EICR take?
There is no single duration for every property. Inspection time varies with the size of the property, number of circuits and the complexity and condition of the electrical installation.
Will my electricity need to be switched off during an EICR?
Parts of the installation may need to be safely isolated during electrical testing, so temporary interruption to some circuits can be necessary. Tell us in advance about essential or sensitive equipment.
How often do landlords need an EICR in England?
For landlords covered by the applicable England regulations, electrical installations must be inspected and tested by a qualified person at least every five years, or sooner where the current report requires an earlier next inspection.
Do I need a new EICR every time a tenant moves in?
No, not automatically. Where a current compliant inspection already exists within the required period and the report remains current, the latest report can be supplied to the new tenant rather than automatically repeating the inspection.
What do C1, C2, C3 and FI mean on an EICR?
C1 means danger present, C2 means potentially dangerous, C3 means improvement recommended, and FI means further investigation required without delay. The report explains which observations apply to the installation inspected.
What happens if my EICR is unsatisfactory?
The observations causing the unsatisfactory result need appropriate remedial attention or investigation. The required work depends on the actual defects recorded; an unsatisfactory result does not automatically mean a full rewire.
Does an EICR include portable appliances or PAT testing?
An EICR is focused on the fixed electrical installation. Ordinary portable plug-in appliances are distinct from that scope, so tell us separately if appliance testing is required.
Do homeowners legally need an EICR?
Owner-occupiers do not have the same statutory EICR requirement as landlords simply because they own and occupy their home. An EICR can still be useful for assessing the condition of an existing installation.
Does an unsatisfactory EICR mean my house needs rewiring?
No. The required action depends on the individual observations and classification codes. Some issues may need a localised repair or further investigation; wider wiring work is only relevant where the findings support it.
Related electrical work
Where an EICR identifies further work
The EICR records the condition of the installation. If it identifies work outside the inspection itself, the relevant service can be considered separately.
Arrange an EICR in Ealing
Send your Ealing postcode, property type and size, whether it is a home, rental or commercial premises, and the number of consumer units if known.