EICR due on a let property? Three quotes from Part P trades.
FixQuotes briefs the inspection to qualified electricians local to the property and returns comparable EICR quotes — same scope, same exclusions, same fields. Free for UK landlords, letting agents, and property managers.
- Part P competent electricians, registered with NICEIC, NAPIT, or ELECSA
- Comparable quotes — inspection, certificate, and any C1/C2 remedial estimate
- Required every 5 years on let property in England (Electrical Safety Regulations 2020)
- Free for landlords and agents — pay nothing to FixQuotes
What an EICR is — and what it isn't
An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is a periodic inspection of the fixed electrical installation in a property: the consumer unit, fixed wiring, sockets, switches, light fittings, and earthing arrangements. It results in a satisfactory or unsatisfactory report, with any defects classified as C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous), C3 (improvement recommended), or FI (further investigation required).
It is not a PAT test (which covers portable appliances), not an EPC (energy performance), and not a gas safety check (CP12). Some electricians offer all of these in one visit; the EICR itself is a discrete piece of work with its own scope.
Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, landlords must have a valid EICR (satisfactory result, or remedials completed) for every let property at least every 5 years, before a new tenancy begins, and must provide a copy to tenants within 28 days. Wales and Scotland have separate but broadly similar regimes. Local authorities can impose civil penalties of up to £30,000 for non-compliance.
Why comparable quotes matter for EICRs
An EICR price is meaningful only when you know what's included. A £90 inspection from one electrician and a £160 inspection from another may not be comparing the same thing. Differences typically come from: time on site (a thorough EICR on a 3-bed flat is usually 2.5–4 hours of testing), the depth of sample testing (the regulations require 100% inspection of the fixed installation), whether the certificate fee is bundled, whether minor remedials (e.g., replacing a missing socket faceplate) are included on the day, and whether re-inspection after remedials is included or charged separately.
The FixQuotes brief asks every electrician to quote against the same scope, so you compare like-for-like. Where remedials are anticipated (older wiring, mixed cable types, no RCD protection), the brief asks for an indicative remedial range — not a binding price, since that depends on what the inspection finds, but enough to budget against.
When to commission the EICR
The cleanest moment is in the void between tenancies, where access is unrestricted and any C1 or C2 remedials can be completed without disrupting the tenant. If a tenancy is ongoing, give 24-hour written notice as required by Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, and pick an electrician who can attend within a window your tenant can accommodate.
Don't wait until the certificate has expired. The 28-day notification window for remedials starts from the inspection date, not from the certificate expiry, and councils have been increasingly active on enforcement since the regulations came in.
What a comparable quote includes
Every quote we return for this job type uses the same template, so you can compare like-for-like. You’ll see:
- Time on site allowance — usually 2.5–4 hours for a typical 1- to 3-bed flat or house
- Full inspection and testing of the fixed electrical installation against BS 7671
- Issued EICR certificate via NICEIC, NAPIT, or ELECSA online portals
- Identification and classification of any defects (C1, C2, C3, FI)
- Indicative remedial range where issues are likely (older wiring, no RCD, missing earthing)
- Whether re-inspection after remedials is included or charged separately
- Public liability insurance and Part P scheme membership confirmation
- Ex-VAT pricing and any access requirements (parking, key collection)
Part P — and which scheme to look for
Fixed electrical work in domestic premises in England and Wales must be carried out under Part P of the Building Regulations. In practice, this means the electrician should be a member of a Competent Person Scheme: NICEIC, NAPIT, ELECSA, Stroma, or NAPIT-equivalent. Membership lets them self-certify the work without involving Building Control. Every quote we return for an EICR includes the electrician's scheme and membership number so you can verify it on the relevant scheme's online register before authorising the visit.
Where works require legally regulated qualifications (for example Gas Safe registration for gas works, or Part P competence for fixed electrical work), users should verify the contractor's credentials directly before authorising the work.
Common questions
How much does an EICR usually cost?
For a typical 1- to 3-bed flat or house in the UK, EICR quotes typically come back in a £120–£250 range, depending on size, location, age of the installation, and the number of circuits. Larger properties, HMOs, and properties with older installations sit higher. Comparable quotes from FixQuotes give you the actual local market on a single property, not an average.
Is an EICR legally required on every let property?
In England, yes — every 5 years and at the start of every new tenancy under the 2020 regulations. Wales requires landlords to ensure the installation is safe; an EICR is the standard way to demonstrate this. Scotland requires an EICR every 5 years under the Repairing Standard.
What happens if the report is unsatisfactory?
Any C1 or C2 issues must be remedied within 28 days (or sooner if the report specifies a shorter period), and a confirmation must be provided to the tenant and, on request, to the local authority. C3 items are recommendations, not legal requirements. FixQuotes can re-brief the remedial work as a separate quote request if you want competitive pricing on the fix.
Can the same electrician do the inspection and the remedials?
Yes, and it's usually the cheapest path because they already know the installation. There's no requirement to use a different contractor — though if the remedials are substantial, sourcing a second quote is sensible.
Do you offer EICR + EPC + Gas Safety as a bundle?
We can source quotes for any combination. Some contractors offer all three through partner arrangements; others specialise. The brief notes which other certificates you need so quotes come back accordingly.
Is the certificate issued by FixQuotes or by the electrician?
The certificate is issued by the electrician's competent person scheme (NICEIC, NAPIT, etc.) directly to you via their online portal. FixQuotes does not issue certificates and is not part of the chain of custody for the document.
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