EICR Testing
Across South Wales

For rental properties in Wales, landlords are legally required to have an EICR every 5 years or at each change of tenancy under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (Wales) Regulations 2022. Homeowners are recommended to have one every 10 years, or when purchasing a property. Commercial premises typically require testing every 5 years, and industrial properties every 3 years.

EICR costs depend on the property size and number of circuits. A typical 3‑bedroom house costs around £150‑£200. Flats start from around £120. Larger properties and commercial premises are quoted individually. We always provide a fixed price upfront with no hidden charges. We cover all areas across South Wales including Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bridgend, and all surrounding towns and villages.

If your EICR identifies C1 (danger present) or C2 (potentially dangerous) observations, remedial work is required within 28 days (or immediately for C1). We can carry out all necessary repairs and then re‑test to issue a satisfactory report. C3 observations are recommendations for improvement but do not cause a fail. We provide a full written quote for all remedial work before proceeding.

A typical 3‑bedroom house takes 2‑4 hours to inspect. Larger properties or those with more circuits take longer. HMOs and commercial properties can take a full day. We'll give you an estimated timeframe when booking. The power may need to be turned off briefly during testing, so we recommend booking at a convenient time.

Under The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (Wales) Regulations 2022, landlords must have a valid EICR for all private rented properties. The EICR must be carried out every 5 years or at each change of tenancy. A copy must be provided to tenants before move-in (or within 28 days for existing tenants) and to the local authority on request. Non-compliance can result in fines of up to £30,000. This applies to all landlords across Wales including Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bridgend, and all other areas.

Yes, commercial properties require regular EICRs under BS 7671 and Health & Safety at Work regulations. The recommended inspection interval is every 5 years for most commercial premises, or every 3 years for industrial properties. We carry out EICRs on offices, shops, restaurants, warehouses, schools, and all types of commercial premises across South Wales.

Absolutely. We offer a complete one-stop service — we carry out the EICR inspection, provide a full report, and can complete all necessary remedial work to bring your installation up to standard. We then re-test and issue a satisfactory EICR, saving you from having to find a separate contractor. This is particularly valuable for landlords managing multiple properties across South Wales.

You don't need to be present for the entire inspection, but someone over 18 must be available to let the electrician in and provide access to the consumer unit and all rooms. We'll need access to sockets, switches, and light fittings throughout the property. For landlords, we can liaise directly with tenants to arrange access.

An EICR checks the entire electrical installation including: the consumer unit (fuse board), all circuits and wiring, earthing and bonding, sockets and switches, light fittings, and any fixed electrical equipment. We test insulation resistance, polarity, earth continuity, and RCD operation. Every observation is coded by severity: C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous), C3 (improvement recommended), or FI (further investigation required).

Yes, an EICR was previously known as a Periodic Inspection Report (PIR) or Periodic Inspection and Testing (PIT). The terminology changed with the 18th Edition of BS 7671. The document is now officially called an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). All our reports are issued on the current EICR format and are fully recognised by landlords, insurers, mortgage lenders, and local authorities.

Yes, we specialise in HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) EICR testing across South Wales. HMOs have specific electrical safety requirements and often require more frequent testing. We work with HMO landlords and letting agents across Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Bridgend, and all surrounding areas to ensure their properties remain compliant with HMO licensing conditions.

Yes, a homebuyer EICR is an excellent investment before completing a property purchase. It identifies any electrical issues that could be costly to rectify after purchase, and can be used as a negotiating tool. Many mortgage lenders and insurers now require a valid EICR. We provide homebuyer EICRs across all areas of South Wales with fast turnaround times to fit in with your conveyancing timeline.