EET – Electrical Installation Condition Report
Electrical installations play a crucial role in maintaining safety standards. Faults in components like the fuse board, switches, or sockets can lead to electric shocks or fires, posing risks to occupants and causing harm and property damage.
Disturbingly, a report by Electric Safety First reveals that 20,000 homes in the UK are affected by electricity fires annually. These fires are primarily caused by faulty electrical products (89%), including wiring issues (11%). The majority of these incidents could be prevented through regular inspection and maintenance of electrical systems.
For landlords, ensuring tenant safety throughout their tenancy is paramount. This responsibility extends to guaranteeing the secure installation and proper functioning of electrical appliances, wiring, and fuse boxes.
While visual inspections can help detect some electrical issues, certain cables and wires are concealed and may be missed by unqualified electricians. That's why it is necessary to have a qualified electrician examine your property and provide an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). This report serves as proof that your property adheres to stringent safety standards, offering peace of mind to all occupants.
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The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 require landlords to have their rental properties' electrical installations inspected and tested by a qualified professional at least every five years. A valid EICR report must be obtained.
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The Housing and Planning Act 2016 empowers the government to introduce regulations that enforce electrical safety standards, including EICR testing, in rental properties.
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These legal requirements ensure the safety of tenants and compliance with electrical regulations by regular EICR testing conducted by qualified professionals.
It’s crucial for work of this kind to be carried out by one of our fully qualified engineers. Our expert team can assess the scope of work required and take care of everything in next to no time. We can now carry out EICR Testing across multiple industries in both domestic and commercial settings. All of our engineers are City and Guilds (2377) qualified.
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