Is Your next EICR Due?
Is your next EICR Due?
This summer marks five years since EICRs (Electrical Installation Condition Reports) became mandatory for private rented homes in England, under legislation introduced in June 2020.
If you had an EICR conducted on your rental property in 2020, that inspection is now due for renewal. It’s more than ticking a legal box. It’s about keeping homes safe— protecting your asset and making sure tenants stay protected from electrical risks.
As a family run, 5-star rated business that support other local businesses we help landlords, property managers to stay up to date and compliant when it comes to electrical safety.
What’s Checked During an EICR?
An EICR is a full health check of your property’s electrical system. Here’s what we look at:
- Wiring condition – We inspect cables and connections to make sure they’re safe and not deteriorating.
- Consumer unit (fuse board) – We check it’s up to current standards and offering the right protection (like RCDs).
- Sockets, switches & light fittings – We make sure they’re securely installed and not showing signs of damage or overheating.
- Earthing & bonding – Essential safety features that help prevent electric shocks are tested and verified.
- Signs of wear, overheating or poor workmanship – We spot any potential fire risks.
- Test results – We carry out live electrical tests to measure how safely your system is operating.
At the end, we give you a clear report, listing any issues found and classifying them by urgency.
Why now is a good time to get your EICR booked in
- Compliance check: If you did an EICR five years ago, it’s time to renew it.
- Safety first: EICRs show whether installations are still safe or need repairs.
- Legal protection: Landlords must supply tenants with the report within 28 days, or they may face fines or penalties ( England Landlords Guild).
- Show you care: Proactively arranging these checks is not just to protect your property, it’s a duty of care to your tenants.
How We Help You Stay Safe and Compliant
At DRS Electrical, we make this simple:
We’ll check your records – Let’s see whether your last EICR is due for renewal.
We’ll run your EICR – Our fully qualified team will inspect, test, and report back clearly.
You get your report – Delivered within 28 days, with recommendations and the next inspection date.
Ongoing support – We’ll remind you when your next EICR is due, so safety never slips off the radar.
Book your EICR
An EICR isn’t just paperwork. It’s a safety net—for tenants, for landlords, and for your peace of mind. With five years flying by since the rules were introduced, now’s the time to act.
Call us on 01483 495223 to get your property’s EICR booked in.
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