Electrical Safety & Compliance Issues
Failed EICRs, Part P compliance, missing certificates, and regulatory concerns.
Failed EICR — What Happens Next?
Your Electrical Installation Condition Report has come back with unsatisfactory results.
House Not Up To Electrical Regulations
Your home's electrics do not meet current electrical regulations and standards.
No Electrical Certificate For The Property
Your property has no electrical installation certificate and you are unsure if the wiring is safe.
Part P Non-Compliance — What To Do
Electrical work has been done in your home without the required Part P Building Regulations notification.
Landlord Won't Provide EICR
Your landlord has not provided an Electrical Installation Condition Report for the rental property.
Buying A House With Old Electrics
You are buying a house and the survey has flagged concerns about the electrical installation.
Previous DIY Electrical Work Not Certified
Electrical work has been done on the property by a non-professional and there are no certificates.
Related Cost Guides
EICR Cost
An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) costs between £100 and £300+ in the UK depending on the size and age of your property. A 1-bed flat starts at around £100, a typical 3-bed house costs £150–£250, and larger or older properties can exceed £300. Landlords are legally required to have an EICR every 5 years — homeowners should get one every 10 years or before buying or selling.
Landlord Electrical Certificate Cost
A landlord electrical certificate (EICR) in the UK typically costs between £120 and £350 for a domestic rental property. It is a legal requirement for landlords in England and Scotland, with fines of up to £30,000 for non-compliance.
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