EICR – Electrical Inspections & Testing in North London

EICR – Electrical Inspections & Testing in North London

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is essential for property safety and legal compliance. Whether you're a landlord, homeowner, or business owner, regular electrical inspections identify potential hazards before they become dangerous. Our comprehensive EICR testing ensures your property meets current safety standards and complies with UK regulations.

Serving North London families, landlords, and businesses across Enfield, Edmonton, Wood Green, Palmers Green, Southgate and more.

Why you need an EICR

An EICR is a detailed inspection of your electrical installation that identifies defects, deterioration, and potential safety issues. You should arrange an EICR if:

• You're a landlord (legally required every 5 years for rental properties)

• You're buying or selling a property

• Your property hasn't been inspected in over 10 years (or 5 years for rental properties)

• You've experienced electrical issues like frequent trips or flickering lights

• You're applying for insurance or mortgage approval

• You run a business (required every 3-5 years depending on the environment)

We provide fast, professional EICR inspections — often completed on the same day across North London with certificates issued within 48 hours.

EICR in North London

Your EICR inspection includes:

• Complete visual inspection - Assessment of all visible wiring, sockets, switches, and electrical accessories

• Dead testing - Continuity testing, insulation resistance, and polarity checks with power isolated

• Live testing - Earth fault loop impedance, RCD operation, and voltage measurements

• Consumer unit assessment - Evaluation of your fuse box, circuit breakers, and RCD protection

• Circuit verification - Testing of ring finals, radial circuits, lighting circuits, and dedicated circuits

• Earthing and bonding checks - Verification of main earthing and supplementary bonding to current standards

• Detailed report and certification - Comprehensive documentation with observations coded C1 (danger), C2 (potentially dangerous), C3 (improvement recommended), or satisfactory

• Remedial recommendations - Clear guidance on any necessary repairs or upgrades to achieve compliance

All inspections are carried out by NICEIC-registered electricians. A typical EICR takes 2-4 hours depending on property size and complexity. Most properties can remain occupied during the inspection, though power may need to be isolated briefly for testing. We work efficiently to minimize disruption while ensuring thorough, compliant testing.

Understanding your EICR results

Your EICR will classify any issues found using a standard coding system:

• C1 - Danger present - Immediate risk requiring urgent remedial action. The installation should not be used until repairs are completed.

• C2 - Potentially dangerous - Defects that could become dangerous under certain conditions. These should be addressed as a priority.

• C3 - Improvement recommended - The installation functions but doesn't meet current best practices. Improvements are advised but not urgent.

• Satisfactory - The installation meets current safety standards with no significant defects identified.

For landlords, any C1 or C2 observations must be rectified within 28 days (or before a new tenancy begins). We provide clear, itemized quotes for any necessary remedial work and can schedule repairs immediately following your inspection.

Your certificate is valid for 5 years for rental properties and up to 10 years for domestic properties (subject to the condition found).

Areas We Cover In North London

We deliver quick, reliable electrical work throughout North London and the surrounding area:

within 45 minutes in: