Electrical Testing & Certification
Electrical installations deteriorate over time. Inspection and testing identifies damage, wear and anything that doesn't meet current safety standards, and gives you a clear written record. AWH Electrical is an NICEIC Approved Contractor.
The service explained
An EICR is a report on the condition of an existing installation. Circuits are inspected and tested, and any issues are recorded with a classification code: C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous), C3 (improvement recommended) or FI (further investigation required). The report states whether the installation is satisfactory and recommends when it should next be inspected.
An EIC is issued for new installations, rewires, new circuits and consumer unit replacements. It confirms the new work has been designed, installed, inspected and tested to BS 7671.
A Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate covers smaller additions or alterations that don't involve a new circuit — for example adding a socket or light to an existing circuit.
Private landlords in England must have their installations inspected and tested at least every five years, and provide the report to tenants. For commercial premises, the appropriate interval depends on the type of premises, how it is used and the condition of the installation.
Typical requirements
Before you decide
There isn't one interval for every property. Owner-occupied homes, rentals and commercial premises have different recommended or required intervals, and the inspector records the recommended date on the report.
Testing involves switching circuits off for periods. We agree timings in advance, especially for occupied rentals and businesses.
If issues are found, we explain what they mean and provide a quotation for any remedial work needed.
What's involved
Call, email or send the enquiry form with a few details about the job.
We look at what you need, talk through the options and answer your questions.
A written quote setting out exactly what is included, so there are no surprises.
Carried out carefully and tidily, with progress explained as we go.
We show you how everything works and provide the relevant paperwork.
Our work
Residential housing · Long Sutton
Electrical installation and solar PV packages across a new-build residential development of approximately 100 plots.
Social housing · Boston
135 social new-build plots completed.
Residential housing · Holbeach
76 new-build plots completed.
FAQ
In England, private landlords must have the electrical installation inspected and tested at least every five years, or sooner if the previous report recommends it.
An EICR reports on the condition of an existing installation. An EIC certifies new electrical work, such as a rewire or new circuit.
Any C1, C2 or FI observation makes a report unsatisfactory. We explain each item and can quote for the remedial work.
Also from AWH
Rewires, consumer units, new circuits and renovation work — installed and certified properly.
Indoor, outdoor, LED and commercial lighting designed around how each space is used.
Smart lighting, switches, heating controls and energy monitoring — installed to work reliably.
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From individual installations to larger developments, speak to AWH about your requirements.
