EICR Explained: Electrical Safety Obligations for UK Landlords

What is an EICR?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) assesses a property's wiring, consumer unit, sockets, and fixed electrical equipment. LandlordSorted's compliance certificate tracker lets you log your EICR expiry date alongside Gas Safety and EPC.

Is an EICR legally required?

✓Have the electrical installation inspected at least every five years

✓Supply a copy to existing tenants within 28 days

✓Supply a copy to new tenants before they occupy

✓Complete any remedial work within 28 days

Understanding EICR codes

✓C1 (Danger present): Must be remedied immediately

✓C2 (Potentially dangerous): Urgent remedial action required

✓C3 (Improvement recommended): Not required for satisfactory report

✓FI (Further investigation required)

What if the EICR is unsatisfactory?

C1 or C2 codes mean the installation is Unsatisfactory. You must complete remedial work within 28 days. Failing to comply can result in civil penalties up to £30,000 and invalidation of your landlord insurance.

Tracking across properties

LandlordSorted's compliance tracker covers EICR, Gas Safety, EPC, and HMO licences with email reminders. Alongside physical compliance, do not overlook MTD tax compliance. The free plan includes the full tracker — start free today.

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→LandlordSorted compliance tracker — EICR, Gas Safety, EPC in one place →Gas Safety Certificate: what landlords must know →MTD for Landlords: your other compliance obligation →Start tracking compliance certificates free

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