An EICR is a formal document produced
following an assessment of a property's electrical installation. It identifies
any damage, deterioration, defects, or dangerous conditions in the electrical
system, helping landlords ensure the safety of their tenants.

The maximum validity of an EICR is up to 5 years, but it can be less depending on the preference of the contractor. If the inspector deems it necessary, they may recommend a shorter inspection interval, usually noted in the report.

If any issues are found during the EICR, the report will
highlight them along with a code system that indicates their
severity:

Code
1 (C1): Danger present, immediate action required.

Code
2 (C2): Potentially dangerous, urgent remedial action required.

Code
3 (C3): Improvement recommended.

If a C1 or C2 issue is
found, remedial work must be carried out as soon as possible to ensure
compliance.

A Gas Safety Certificate (GSC) is a legal
requirement for all landlords who have gas appliances in their rental
properties. It ensures that all gas appliances, fittings, and flues are safe to
use. A Gas Safe registered engineer must perform the
inspection.

Landlords are required to renew the Gas Safety
Certificate every 12 months to remain compliant with
UK regulations.

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) provides
an energy efficiency rating for a property, from A (most efficient) to G (least
efficient). It also offers recommendations for improving energy efficiency.

An EPC is valid for 10 years,
but landlords may want to update the certificate if they make energy-efficient
improvements to the property to improve the rating.

Yes, landlords are legally required to provide an EPC to
potential tenants when marketing a property. Additionally, properties must have
an EPC rating of E or above to be rented out.

The duration of an EICR inspection depends
on the size and condition of the property. For a typical 1-2 bedroom flat, it
may take around 2-4 hours, while larger properties may take 4-8
hours.

During a Gas Safety inspection, a Gas
Safe registered engineer will:

Check
the gas appliances to ensure they’re operating safely.

Inspect
the ventilation and flues.

Test
gas tightness.

Check
safety devices on appliances to make sure they are functioning properly.

If your property fails an EICR or Gas
Safety inspection, you are required to make the necessary repairs or
replacements to bring the property up to standard. Once the issues are
resolved, you must arrange for a re-inspection to obtain compliance
certification.

Booking a service is easy! Simply enter your
postcode in our availability checker to see if we operate in your
area. From there, you can book your EICR, GSC, EPC,
or bundle services directly through our website.

Yes, we offer bundled packages for
landlords who need multiple compliance services. Bundling services is a
cost-effective way to ensure all your certificates are up to date and compliant
with regulations.

To help the process go smoothly:

For EICR: Ensure clear access to all electrical outlets, fuse boxes, and
electrical systems.

For Gas Safety: Make sure all gas appliances, including boilers, are
accessible. Provide the user manual if available.

Non-compliance with EICR or Gas
Safety regulations can result in heavy fines, legal action, or issues
with your tenancy agreements. Additionally, failing to maintain a compliant
property puts your tenants at risk, which can lead to serious safety hazards.