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EICR.
Coded, certified, sorted.

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a periodic inspection and test of the fixed electrical installation in a building — distribution boards, circuits, sockets, switches and protective devices. Commercial premises require an EICR every five years to demonstrate compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, and most insurers and landlords now treat a current EICR as a condition of cover.

An Electrical Installation Condition Report is a periodic inspection of the fixed electrical installation in your premises. RiskSorted electricians are JIB or Part P registered and code their findings strictly to BS 7671. Full certificates are stored in your account with renewal reminders ahead of expiry.

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What does an EICR cover?

Visual inspection and dead/live testing of all circuits, distribution boards and protective devices. Coding of any defects to C1, C2, C3 or FI.

What do you receive after an EICR?

Full EICR certificate listing all circuits tested, observations and codes, overall satisfactory or unsatisfactory rating, next inspection date.

What EICR costs

An EICR is priced on circuits, not floor area. A circuit is a single way on your distribution board, one row on the fuse board. Most small offices run 12 to 24. The price moves with the number of circuits, the number of distribution boards and how easy they are to reach. Three phase supplies and visits outside normal working hours also move it. You do not need to count precisely. The engineer confirms it on site.

We give you a fixed price before anything is booked. The quickest way to get one is a free health and safety check of the premises.

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We are the contractor. We hold the contract with you, we set the standard, and we stand behind the work. The electrician who attends is an accredited local specialist we have checked for registration, insurance and calibration. They answer to us, not to you. If something goes wrong you ring us.

We only ask questions you can answer. Roughly how many circuits. How many boards. Anything that will not work for timing. If an office manager or a business owner would not know the answer off the top of their head, we work it out on site.

What happens on the day

This is the disruptive one, so it is worth knowing up front. Power goes off circuit by circuit, not all at once, and each circuit is down for roughly 5 to 15 minutes. If your board is labelled we can tell you what goes off when — so a row of desks or the kitchen is down for that window and no longer. The engineer works with you on the order of things. It is one day every few years.

We tell you this before anything is booked, not when the engineer is already on site. If the timing does not work for you, say so. We ask what will not work rather than what you would prefer, so we can schedule around your business.

Service specification

Engineer qualificationJIB Electrotechnical Card or Part P registered
Insurance requirementMinimum £2m Public Liability
Test standardBS 7671:2018+A4:2026 (IET Wiring Regulations, 18th Edition Amendment 4)
Average durationHalf day for small commercial; full day for larger sites
Coding systemC1 (Danger present), C2 (Potentially dangerous), C3 (Improvement recommended), FI (Further investigation)
Certificate formatBranded PDF with full schedule of test results

What does the law say about EICRs?

Regulation: Electricity at Work Regulations 1989; BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations)

Recommended frequency: Commercial premises: every 5 years; rented residential: every 5 years; specific environments (industrial, swimming pools, agricultural) more frequent

Engineer qualification: JIB or Part P registered electrician

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We walk your premises, show you what the fire officer and your insurer expect to see, and you keep the findings whether you use us or not. If you want a price, it is fixed before anything is booked.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an EICR cost for commercial premises?
The price depends on the number of circuits and distribution boards, the size of the installation and how easy the boards are to reach. Visits outside normal working hours cost more. We give you a fixed price before anything is booked. The quickest way to get one is a free health and safety check of the premises.
Is an EICR a legal requirement for commercial property?
An EICR is not specifically named in legislation, but the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require employers to maintain electrical installations in a safe condition. An EICR is the standard method of demonstrating compliance. Most insurers and many landlords now require a current EICR as a condition of cover.
How often is an EICR required?
For most commercial premises and rented residential property, an EICR is required every 5 years. Higher-risk environments — industrial premises, swimming pools, agricultural buildings, caravan parks — require more frequent inspection, typically every 1 to 3 years.
What is a C1, C2 or C3 code on an EICR?
C1 means danger is present and immediate action is required — the installation is unsafe. C2 means potentially dangerous and urgent remedial work is needed. C3 is an improvement recommendation but does not make the installation unsatisfactory. FI means further investigation is required to determine the code.
What happens if my EICR is unsatisfactory?
An unsatisfactory EICR (any C1 or C2 finding) requires remedial work to bring the installation to a satisfactory standard. RiskSorted can quote separately for the remedial work, after which the engineer will issue a Minor Works Certificate or Electrical Installation Certificate confirming the fixes.
Can I get an EICR for a leased commercial property?
Yes. Responsibility for the EICR is normally set out in the lease — typically the landlord arranges it for the building, and the tenant is responsible for any installations they have added. Check your lease and arrange whichever you are responsible for.
Who is qualified to carry out an EICR?
An EICR must be carried out by a competent person — typically an electrician registered with NICEIC, NAPIT, ECA, or holding equivalent JIB or Part P registration. The competent person must hold the City & Guilds 2391 (or 2394/5) Inspection & Testing qualification, current 18th Edition (BS 7671) certification, and have access to calibrated test instruments. Most importantly, the engineer must be experienced with the specific installation type — a domestic electrician may not be the right competence match for a complex commercial three-phase installation. RiskSorted matches the qualification level to the building.
What's the difference between an EICR and a PAT test?
An EICR covers the fixed electrical installation in a building — the wiring, distribution boards, sockets, switches, lighting circuits, and protective devices that are connected to the mains supply. PAT testing covers portable appliances — anything connected to a socket by a plug, like computers, kettles, and power tools. The two are complementary, not alternatives. A complete electrical safety regime needs both: an EICR every 5 years for the fixed installation, and PAT testing on appropriate frequency for the appliances. Many of our customers book them together to save the second site visit.
Who carries out the work?
Accredited local specialists only. NICEIC or NAPIT registered electricians holding the City and Guilds 2391 inspection and testing qualification. RiskSorted holds the contract, sets the standard and stores every certificate in one account.

Reviewed by RiskSorted's compliance team. RiskSorted's in-house team holds collective qualifications across NEBOSH General Certificate, IOSH Managing Safely, Fire Risk Assessment (PAS 79-1), and electrical compliance. All service guides are reviewed against current UK regulations and the latest editions of the relevant British and ACoP standards.

This page provides general guidance on UK compliance services and is not a substitute for professional advice. Specific compliance requirements should be confirmed with a qualified professional based on the particulars of your premises, business activities and applicable regulations.

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Start with a free health and safety check of your premises. We show you what the fire officer and your insurer expect to see, and you keep the findings whether you use us or not. If you want a price, it is fixed before anything is booked.

Book a free health and safety check