Periodic inspection reports for landlords/Letting Agents

An electrical safety check must be carried out prior to the commencement of a tenancy to ensure that the electricity supply, and all appliances are legal. This includes supplying instruction books where needed for safe use.

All electrical systems/items must be:

* Certified safe when a tenancy begins
* Maintained in a safe condition throughout the tenancy
* Maintained only by 'competent persons'
* Fit for purpose and free of defects.

IMPORTANT: Failure to comply with the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994 and the Consumer Protection Act 1987 may constitute a criminal offence and carries a maximum penalty on summary conviction of a £5000.00 fine and/or six months imprisonment.

GB Electrical Installations can offer a same day service to help with urgent inspections.

The inspection includes a full test of the supply to the property to BS7671 IEE Wiring Regulations including: consumer unit, earthing, wiring, fixtures and fittings (i.e. lights, sockets, and switches). Installation, and loose connections etc.
A full report will be submitted and any faults will be highlighted and listed with a priority rating, 1 being the highest.

1. Requires urgent attention
2. Require improvement
3. Requires further investigation
4. Does not comply with BS7671: 2008 (as amended). This is the introduction of the new 'Electrical Installation Condition Report' or EICR, which replaces the current Periodic Inspection Report.

A quotation for any corrective works will be provided with the report along with the VAT receipt for the inspection. Reports can be e-mailed to multiple recipients if required.

All our engineers have the latest 17th Edition 2008 wiring regulations test and inspection certification. We can also contact tenants or letting agents for access, collect keys from estate agents and arrange a time to suite you.

Fees for periodic inspections
Our charges start from: £100 + VAT
Special rates for landlords and letting agents with multiple properties.