EICR guides
Everything landlords, agents and electricians keep asking about the Electrical Installation Condition Report — written against BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 and the current UK rules.
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What is an EICR?
What the report is, what it contains, who may issue one, and how it differs from an EIC or Minor Works certificate.
How often does an EICR have to be done?
Legal intervals for rented homes in England, Wales and Scotland, recommended intervals for owner-occupied and commercial premises, and when a re-inspection is due.
What C1, C2, C3 and FI mean
The four classification codes on an EICR, real examples of each, and the rule that decides Satisfactory vs Unsatisfactory.
How much does an EICR cost?
Current UK price benchmarks by property size and sector — from £100 flats to per-circuit commercial pricing — and what drives the cost.
Per-certificate fees vs a flat monthly plan
How NICEIC's online certification and legacy desk software charge per certificate, what unlimited-certificate subscriptions cost, and the maths for a busy electrician.
Next EICR due date calculator
Enter the last inspection date and tenancy type — get the legal deadline and a recommended booking window.