Electrical Installation Condition Reports for landlords, homeowners and buyers across Birmingham. We test the installation thoroughly, explain the findings in plain English and, where remedial work is needed, quote it honestly rather than inventing problems to fix.
Legally required condition reports for rental property, scheduled around tenants and turned around promptly.
Peace of mind on your own home, or a clear picture of what you are buying before you commit.
C1 and C2 defects repaired by the same electrician who found them, with a certificate to close the report off.
Findings explained in words, not just codes, so you know what matters, what can wait and what it costs.
At least every five years in England, or at change of tenancy if the report recommends it. Landlords must give tenants a copy within 28 days and provide it to the council if asked.
The report codes each observation. C1 and C2 items make the report unsatisfactory and need fixing, while C3 items are recommendations. We quote the remedials clearly and reissue confirmation once the work is done.
Typically two to four hours for an average house depending on the number of circuits and how accessible the board and accessories are. Power is off in short bursts while circuits are tested.
Yes, and it is cheap insurance. A survey rarely looks closely at the electrics, while an EICR tells you whether you are inheriting a sound installation or a rewire, which is worth knowing before you exchange.
Honest advice, honest pricing and a free quotation, whatever the size of the job.