We have a reputation for being proactive here at Cavendish Rentals and so we have been well prepared for the change to the Electrical Installation Certificate regulations (EICR). In fact, we have equipped our landlords with an Electrical Installation Certificate since 1999.
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a certificate that details the safety and overall condition of all the electrical installations and fittings in a property. The report is produced following an in-depth assessment carried out by a qualified electrician. The electrician will complete a visual inspection and perform some tests on installations to confirm that everything is functioning safely and is compliant with minimum regulatory standards.
Landlords have always had a legal responsibility to ensure that their property is safe before and during any tenancy and could be held criminally negligent if a renter is harmed due to faulty electrical installations. However, there hasn’t previously been any legislative requirement for landlords to complete regular EICR assessments or provide any documentation to people living in their property.
From 1st April 2021, landlords (existing tenancies) are required by law to have the electrical installations in their properties inspected and tested by a person who is qualified and competent and have an up-to-date EICR certificate.
The mandatory electrical inspection regulations set out some duties for landlords. All private landlords are required to:
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