EICR Electrical Inspection
Totnes
Reliable EICR Electrical Testing & Inspection Certification in Totnes
Our EICR service provides you with fast and reliable certification, delivered with minimal hassle and disturbance. Any remedial work can be swiftly scheduled in by one of our electrical inspectors.
Get a electrical inspection and remedial work from Totnes's 5 star electrical inspectors
Ensure quick compliance of your property with our trusted EICR electrical testing and inspection services in Totnes. Our expert electrical inspectors provide thorough assessments to identify any potential hazards or faults, delivering reliable certification whether your a business owner, landlord, buyer and/or property seller. With our prompt and professional service, you can rest assured that your property passes regulations in time. Contact us today to schedule your EICR inspection.
Our Guarantee & Accreditations
We’re full scope NAPIT accredited electricians, which means we meet the standards & and are annually inspected for carrying out both commercial and domestic reactive and planned maintenance as well as new installations and inspections including those limited to those qualified as an "electrical inspector".
We can also perform remedial work to correct any faults with the electrical system.
Why Get an EICR Electrical Inspection?
Ensure Safety: Protect your property and occupants by identifying potential electrical hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Peace of Mind: Gain confidence in your property's electrical system with a comprehensive inspection that highlights any issues and provides actionable recommendations for improvement.
Legal Compliance: Stay compliant with regulations and insurance requirements, minimizing risks and liabilities associated with electrical faults.
Preventive Maintenance: Detect problems early to avoid costly repairs or emergencies, saving you time and money in the long run.
Professional Service: Trust our experienced electricians to conduct thorough inspections with attention to detail, reliability, and efficiency.
Investment Protection: Safeguard your property's value and reputation by maintaining a safe and functional electrical system through regular inspections.
Don't wait for electrical problems to arise – schedule your EICR inspection today and ensure the safety and reliability of your property in Somerset.
Who Might Need an EICR?
Landlord: It is a legal requirement for your property to be covered by an EICR, failing to keep an up-to-date EICR can have you fined a up to £30,000 by authorities.
Business owners: If your property is used by the general public and staff you must be covered by and EICR.
Property sellers: Selling a property with an up-to-date EICR can boost it's value on the market.
Property buyers: Getting an EICR before buying can help you with your decision and help you understand the overall safety of the electrics om the property you are purchasing. An electrical system in such bad condition may need a rewire which could be used as leverage for your purchase.
Home Insurance: Insurance may require an EICR before they will cover your property, this may be stated in the policy.
EICR certificates for Totnes, Dartington, Harberton, Tigley, Berry Pomeroy, Harbertonford, Stoke Gabriel, Buckfastleigh and surrounding areas.
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What is an EICR?An EICR is a test of your fixed electrics, so plug sockets, lights, smoke alarms etc but excluding portable appliances such as hoovers and fridges. Electrical Installation Condition Report or EICR for short can lower your risk of electric shocks and fire hazards and ensure your property complies with insurance rules and laws by having a skilled specialist thoroughly evaluate your electrical systems to make sure they are safe.
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Are EICR's required?An EICR is required if you: • Let your property • Own a industrial or commercial building • Requested by insurance • Own a building open to general public An EICR is recommended if you: • Want to sell your property • Have recently bought a property from a previous owner with no recent EICR • You are worried about the overall safety of your electrical installation • The electrics are old and untested for a number of years
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How long is an EICR valid for?The standard recommended duration for an EICR certificate in a domestic premises is 5 years however this can vary with the electrical installation condition. If there is no major electrical hazards or faults but it's in a poor state in general an installation may get a satisfactory certificate but a recommendation to get another EICR sooner than 5 years.
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What happens if your property fails an EICR inspection?If your property requires repairs or improvement to pass the EICR certificate standards we would issue an unsatisfactory report & provide a quote to you for your approval. The quote may include remedial work to be carried out so that the certificate can be issued as satisfactory.
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How long does an EICR take?The time it takes to perform an EICR varies widely on the property size, condition of electrics and number of circuits. As a rough estimate a 2-3 bed house may take roughly 2-4 hours.
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Who are EICR certificates for?EICR certificates can be issued to anyone owing a electrical system in a property. EICR's are required by law for commercial property's in use by staff or the general public. Landlords must have an EICR performed before letting a property.