EICR in Ealing
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for the agreed fixed installation. Understand the inspection boundary, board and circuit quantities, report findings and any separate follow-up work.
From £99See quantities and scope below
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If a Southall home includes a separately occupied annexe, explain the supply arrangement before choosing board quantities. The inspecting electrician needs an agreed boundary for each occupied unit.
For an address in Ealing, Southall or elsewhere in Ealing, send the full postal address, exact flat or unit and contact for entry. These localities help describe the enquiry; a postcode or borough name alone does not confirm the inspection boundary.
A useful Ealing booking brief
For a rental in Ealing, check the previous report’s next inspection date and unresolved observations first. If several flats share an entrance, distinguish the private installation from communal circuits before agreeing quantities.
Local council information
For property licensing, planning and local requirements, use Ealing Council. This independent inspection service does not provide council approval or replace a property licence.
EICR prices in Ealing
The starting price applies to the listed standard domestic scope. Enter the actual quantities in the booking form to review the applicable total before the payment stage.
Tell the team about non-standard systems, shared installations, multiple units or commercial premises before accepting a price. Preferred dates and report timing require confirmation.
Calculate my booking price| Property or quantity | Price / allowance |
|---|---|
| 1 consumer unit / board | £99 |
| 2 consumer units / boards | £149 |
| Included circuit allowance | 10 circuits |
| Each additional circuit | £10 |
| 3+ boards / non-standard installation | Quotation |
For eligible combinations of Domestic EPC, EICR and Gas Safety, compare the package form: 10% reduction for two services and 15% for three. Separate inspection scopes still apply.
Compare certificate packagesWhat the EICR instruction covers
Inspection and testing of the fixed installation
A suitably qualified person inspects and tests the agreed installation, recording its condition and limitations. The scope concerns fixed wiring, consumer units, protective devices and associated points within the agreed boundary. Portable-appliance testing is a different service.
Understanding the report outcome
The EICR records whether the installation is satisfactory for continued use, together with observations and recommendations. C1 means danger present; C2 identifies potential danger; FI calls for further investigation without delay. These findings require action. C3 recommends improvement and does not alone make a report unsatisfactory.
Repairs and supporting evidence
An inspection price does not include rewiring, a replacement consumer unit or every investigation that findings might require. Ask for a separate scope and price for follow-up work. Keep the original report and appropriate confirmation of completed remedial work together; payment for the inspection does not guarantee a satisfactory outcome.
Prepare the Ealing property
- Identify the number of consumer units and the known circuit count.
- Provide previous reports and certificates for later electrical work.
- Agree access to the installation, relevant rooms and any outbuildings.
- Discuss power interruptions, sensitive equipment and occupier needs in advance.
Requirements and keeping the record
For rented homes covered by the England regulations, electrical installations require inspection and testing at least every five years, or sooner where the report requires it. The report sets the next inspection date. Existing tenants must receive a copy within 28 days; new tenants need it before occupation. Exceptions and additional duties depend on the tenancy and circumstances.
GOV.UK: electrical safety guidance
Guidance checked 7 November 2026. Check the linked official source for current details and exceptions.
EICR in Ealing: questions before booking
What should I clarify for electrical testing at this address?
If a Southall home includes a separately occupied annexe, explain the supply arrangement before choosing board quantities. The inspecting electrician needs an agreed boundary for each occupied unit.
Does every EICR last exactly five years?
No. The inspecting person can specify a shorter interval. Check the report and act on its findings rather than treating five years as an unconditional guarantee of safety.
Will the power need to be switched off?
Testing can require interruptions. Explain any medical, home-working or equipment needs so the electrician can agree arrangements before attendance.
Does an unsatisfactory report mean repairs are included?
No. The report identifies findings. Further investigation or remedial work needs its own agreed scope unless the accepted quotation expressly includes it. Follow any urgency and deadlines in the report.
Can I use an existing report for a new tenancy?
A new tenancy does not automatically mean a new EICR. Check the existing report, next inspection date, outstanding findings and current condition against the government guidance.
Can you confirm a same-day appointment in Ealing?
Tell the team your deadline and access arrangements. A preferred date entered in the form is a request; availability and report timing must be confirmed. Do not assume a same-day service has been reserved.
Arrange the next step for your Ealing property.
Choose a standard booking or describe the unusual details in a quotation enquiry. Review the scope and price before proceeding.