What is an EICR?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal inspection of the fixed electrical installation in a property. For privately rented homes in England the report is generally required at least every five years, or sooner if the report recommends it.
EICRs are carried out by properly qualified electrical contractors. SLC arranges the booking, collects the returned report and helps you keep it organised.
How SLC supports EICR coordination
- Booking support with qualified electrical contractors
- Returned report stored against the property record
- Help interpreting C1, C2 and FI codes at a high level
- Renewal tracking so you know when the next inspection is due
- Single quote request across multiple properties
Who is this for?
- Landlords with one or more rental properties
- Letting agents coordinating EICRs across a managed portfolio
- HMO landlords needing tighter compliance records
- Property managers replacing existing or expiring reports
Pair EICR with your other certificates
EICRs are often arranged alongside a Gas Safety Certificate, EPC.
How this supports HHSRS
Under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), electrical hazards are a recognised hazard category. A satisfactory EICR evidences the condition of the fixed installation and supports this area of the broader HHSRS assessment. See our HHSRS landlord guidance for the wider context.
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