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Mally Electrical
Tiverton, Devon

Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR)

Ensure your property's electrics are safe and legally compliant with a professional EICR certificate from Mally Electrical.

UK law requires landlords to have electrical inspections every 5 years. Homeowners should also have regular checks for peace of mind and insurance purposes.

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Legal Requirements

  • Landlords: Every 5 years or change of tenancy
  • HMO properties: Every 5 years mandatory
  • Homeowners: Recommended every 10 years
  • Businesses: Every 5 years (or 3 for high risk)
⚠️ Important: Since 1st June 2020, all private landlords in England must provide a valid EICR certificate to tenants and local authorities. Non-compliance can result in fines of up to £30,000.

EICR Certificate Pricing

Fixed-price EICR tests with no hidden fees. Includes testing, report, and certificate.

1-Bed Flat

£120

Full inspection & report

1-2 hours on-site

Digital certificate

2-3 Bed House

£150

Full inspection & report

2-3 hours on-site

Digital certificate

4-5 Bed House

£180

Full inspection & report

3-4 hours on-site

Digital certificate

Commercial Property

From £200

Tailored inspection

Detailed reporting

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✓ No VAT on EICR tests ✓ Unsatisfactory reports include remedial quote ✓ 24-hour certificate delivery

What Our EICR Inspection Covers

Consumer Unit

Check for RCD protection, correct rating, age, and condition of fusebox

Wiring Condition

Inspect cable insulation, earthing, bonding, and signs of deterioration

Sockets & Switches

Test all socket outlets, light switches, and fittings for safety and defects

Earthing & Bonding

Verify main earthing and supplementary bonding to gas/water pipes

Overload Risks

Identify potential overloads and advise on circuit capacity

DIY Work

Spot any dangerous DIY additions or non-compliant installations

EICR Testing Process

1

Visual Inspection

We examine all accessible electrical components including consumer unit, sockets, switches, and visible wiring for signs of damage or deterioration.

2

Electrical Testing

Using calibrated test equipment, we check earth continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, RCD operation, and circuit integrity.

3

Classification

Any faults found are coded: C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous), C3 (improvement recommended), or FI (further investigation).

4

Report & Certificate

Full digital EICR report issued within 24 hours. Satisfactory reports are valid for 5 years (landlords) or 10 years (homeowners).

What If My Report is Unsatisfactory?

Don't worry – we provide competitive quotes for all remedial work needed to achieve a Satisfactory certificate.

C1 - Danger Present

Requires immediate remedial action. We'll quote for emergency repairs to make the installation safe.

C2 - Potentially Dangerous

Requires urgent remedial work. We provide detailed quotes to bring installation up to standard.

FI - Further Investigation

We investigate further and retest specific circuits to determine the issue and solution.

Good news: 70% of our EICR tests are Satisfactory. When remedial work is needed, we provide competitive quotes to bring your installation up to standard.

EICR FAQs

Q: How long does an EICR take?

A: Typically 2-4 hours depending on property size. We need access to all rooms, the fusebox, and any outbuildings.

Q: Do I need to be present?

A: No, just organsie a time to meet or a spare key.

Q: What if I'm selling my house?

A: An EICR is increasingly requested by buyers and solicitors. Having a Satisfactory report ready can speed up your sale and increase buyer confidence.