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EICR certificates and domestic electrical testing
Get a clear assessment of the fixed electrical installation in a home or managed property.
SM Electrical Services provides Electrical Installation Condition Reports for homeowners, landlords, estate agents and property managers across North London and Hertfordshire.
What is an EICR?
EICR stands for Electrical Installation Condition Report. It’s a formal inspection and test of the fixed electrical installation in a property, including circuits, wiring, the consumer unit and connected accessories.
The report records the condition of the installation at the time of the inspection.
It identifies damage, deterioration, defects or areas requiring further investigation and confirms whether the installation is satisfactory or unsatisfactory.
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EICRs for homeowners
An EICR gives you evidence rather than guesswork. If issues are found, we’ll explain what they mean and which items should be prioritised.
Homeowners often arrange an EICR when:
Buying or selling a property
Moving into an older home
Planning a renovation
Experiencing recurring electrical issues
The installation hasn’t been checked for a long time
They want a clearer understanding of the property’s electrics
EICRs for landlords and managed properties
Landlords in England must have the electrical installation in most rented homes inspected and tested by a qualified person at least every five years, or sooner where the previous report requires it.
Where remedial or further investigative work is required, it must be completed within the period stated on the report and no later than 28 days.
Failure to comply with the regulations can lead to financial penalties of up to £40,000.
SM Electrical Services helps landlords, estate agents and property managers stay organised by providing clear reports, practical remedial advice and electrical work where required.
We can also coordinate access with tenants and support testing across multiple properties.
What does the inspection include?
The exact testing depends on the property, but an EICR typically considers:
The condition of the consumer unit and protective devices
Signs of damage, deterioration or overheating
Earthing and bonding arrangements
The condition of circuits, sockets, switches and fixed wiring
Whether the installation provides suitable protection against electric shock and fire risks
Any items requiring further investigation or remedial work
The inspection is designed to assess the fixed installation. It isn’t the same as testing portable appliances.
What happens after the EICR?
Satisfactory report
Unsatisfactory report
Remedial work and confirmation
Clear reporting and communication
Property professionals need reports they can understand and a contractor who doesn’t need constant chasing.
Our team communicates with the relevant parties, keeps records organised and explains the next steps without unnecessary jargon.
SM Electrical Services also provides other specific domestic electrical testing and certification services, including emergency lighting and smoke alarm certification where appropriate.
Please ask our team about the exact certification you require.
Frequently asked questions
Landlords of most rented homes in England have legal inspection and testing duties.
Homeowners can also arrange an EICR for reassurance, before or after a house move, or when concerns arise.
At least every five years, or sooner if the previous report states an earlier date.
The report will explain why it’s unsatisfactory and identify the work or further investigation required.
For rented properties, required work must be completed within the stated period and no later than 28 days.
Yes. We can provide a quotation for suitable remedial electrical work identified by the report.
All reports and certificates are provided on the same day as the inspection, so you receive the documentation you need without unnecessary delays.
Yes. We work with property managers, letting agents and portfolio landlords and can help coordinate testing, access, reporting and remedial work across multiple homes.
Book an EICR with clear next steps
Whether you’re checking your own home or managing a portfolio, SM Electrical Services will provide a professional inspection, clear reporting and practical advice on any work required.
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