Landlord Electrical Safety Certificate – Leicester EICRs from £180

Why Landlords Choose Us

• Fully compliant with the PRS Electrical Safety Standards Regulations
• NICEIC Approved Contractor covering Leicester and surrounding areas
• Clear, honest reporting with no upselling or scare tactics
• Fast remedial work if issues are found (consumer units, bonding, fault finding)
• We can coordinate with tenants directly to arrange access

Report release after payment

EICR reports, certificates and related documentation are released after payment has been received. Any urgent safety concerns identified during the inspection will be communicated promptly, but the completed report will not be issued until the invoice has been paid. Landlords and agents should ensure prompt payment so they can meet any legal timescales for providing the report to tenants, prospective tenants or the local authority.

Landlord Legal Responsibilities

Landlords in England must have a valid Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) carried out at least every five years or at change of tenancy to meet PRS requirements.

• Use a competent, qualified electrician who understands PRS rules.
• Provide a copy of the EICR to new tenants before they move in.
• Provide the report to the local authority within seven days if requested.
• Rectify all C1, C2 or FI items within 28 days or sooner if specified.

Understanding what EICR codes mean helps landlords prioritise remedial work correctly — C1 requires immediate action, C2 is urgent, and FI must be investigated without delay.

Choosing the Right Electrician

Landlords are responsible for checking that the electrician is suitably qualified and insured. For extra reassurance, you can check contractors on the Electrical Competent Person Register.

For more detail on what qualifications and registration schemes apply, see our PRS guidance for landlords.

EICR Myths – Know the Facts

Myth: Old wiring always fails.

Fact: Older installations can pass if safe.

Myth: You always need a new consumer unit.

Fact: Older boards can pass if suitable.

Myth: Not up to latest standard = automatic failure.

Fact: EICRs assess safety, not upgrades.

Myth: Failed EICR means full rewire.

Fact: Most need targeted remedial work.

Myth: FI gives extra time.

Fact: FI may be dangerous; treated as C2 for landlords.

Landlord EICR – Frequently Asked Questions

How often do landlords need an EICR?

At least every five years, or at change of tenancy — whichever comes first.

Does the tenant need to be home?

Access to all rooms and the consumer unit is required. We can arrange the visit around the tenant.

What if the property fails?

C1, C2 or FI items must be rectified within 28 days. We can quote for and carry out remedial work.

Is the EICR the same as a gas safety certificate?

No. They are separate legal requirements. The EICR covers fixed electrical installation; the gas safety certificate covers gas appliances.

When is the EICR report released?

The completed EICR report and related documentation are released after payment has been received. Any urgent safety concerns found during the inspection will be communicated promptly. Landlords and agents should ensure prompt payment so they can meet any legal timescales for providing the report to tenants, prospective tenants or the local authority.

Further Reading

• EICR Codes Explained: C1, C2, C3 and FI
• Best Practice Guide 4 / PRS guidance for landlords
• What Does an EICR Include – Tests and Checks Explained
• Main EICR Leicester page

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