What Happens During an EICR?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report, or EICR, records an assessment of a property’s fixed electrical installation. It helps identify deterioration, defects and matters requiring attention or further investigation.

The process includes inspection, testing and a written report within an agreed scope.

Before the Appointment

The electrician needs information about the property, its electrical history and any known concerns.

Previous reports and installation certificates can provide useful context. Access arrangements, inspection limitations and any interruption to the electrical supply should be discussed before the appointment.

Inspection and Testing

The work examines accessible parts of the fixed installation and includes appropriate electrical tests.

This can involve wiring, circuits, fixed accessories, the consumer unit, earthing, bonding and protective devices. The report records the extent of the assessment and relevant limitations.

An EICR is not the same as testing every portable appliance in the home.

Understanding the Findings

The report includes observations and classifications where issues are identified. These help explain the significance of the findings and the priority of action.

Ask the inspector to explain the overall assessment, any limitations and the recommended next steps.

What Happens After the Report?

An inspection does not automatically include repair work. Further investigation or remedial work should have an agreed scope and price.

Keep the report with the property’s electrical records, together with documentation for any subsequent work.

Spark offers Electrical Safety Inspections across Liverpool and Merseyside, with indicative pricing from £150. The final price depends on the property, installation and agreed inspection scope.

Use Get Started to share the property details and any previous electrical reports.