Home Buyer's Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) Can:

Home Buyer's Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) Can:

Ensures Electrical Safety and Compliance

Detect Electrical Faults and Risks

Avoids Costly Future Repairs

Helps Negotiate Price or Repairs

Speeds Up Mortgage and Insurance Approval

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  • Energy Performance Certificate
  • Gas Safety Certificate

Service Bundle One

£
129
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  • Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
  • Electrical Portable Appliance Test (PAT)

Service Bundle Two

£
129
from only
  • Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
  • Energy Performance Certificate

MOST POPULAR

Service Bundle Three

£
199
from only
  • Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
  • Electrical Portable Appliance Test (PAT)
  • Gas Safety Certificate

Service Bundle Four

£
199
from only
  • Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
  • Energy Performance Certificate
  • Gas Safety Certificate

Service Bundle One

£
129
from only
  • Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
  • Electrical Portable Appliance Test (PAT)

Service Bundle Two

£
129
from only
  • Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
  • Energy Performance Certificate

MOST POPULAR

Service Bundle Three

£
199
from only
  • Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
  • Electrical Portable Appliance Test (PAT)
  • Gas Safety Certificate

Service Bundle Four

£
199
from only
  • Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
  • Energy Performance Certificate
  • Gas Safety Certificate

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Why an EICR Is Important for Home Buyers?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is often associated with landlords and rental properties, but it is equally important for home buyers.


When purchasing a property, most buyers focus on location, structural integrity, and aesthetics. However, one critical aspect that is often overlooked is the electrical safety of the property.


An EICR provides essential information about the condition and safety of the electrical system. Obtaining an EICR before purchasing a property can save buyers from potential hazards, costly repairs, and compliance issues.


Below are the key benefits of obtaining an EICR before purchasing a property.

Key Benefits Of Obtaining an EICR Before Purchasing a Property.

Ensures Electrical Safety: Faulty wiring and outdated electrical installations are among the leading causes of house fires and electric shocks. An EICR identifies potential hazards such as:

  • Exposed wiring
  • Overloaded Circuits
  • Faulty Sockets and Switches
  • Detects and Electrical Faults
  • Lack of Earthing or Bonding

These issues may not be visible during a standard property viewing but can pose serious risks after moving in.

Helps Avoid Expensive Repairs: Electrical repairs and rewiring can be expensive, sometimes costing thousands of pounds. An EICR helps buyers avoid unexpected costs by identifying:

  • Wiring That Needs Replacing
  • Consumer Units (Fuse Boards) That Require Upgrading
  • Faulty or Non-Compliant Installations

Knowing about these issues in advance allows buyers to budget accordingly or request repairs before completing the purchase.

Provides Leverage in Price Negotiation: If an EICR highlights significant electrical defects, buyers can use this information to:

  • Negotiate a Lower Purchase price to account for the cost of repairs
  • Request the Seller to Fix Issues Before Completion
  • Decide Whether To Proceed With The Purchase or Look For Another Property

This ensures buyers don’t overpay for a home that requires costly electrical work.

Supports Mortgage and Insurance Approval: Many mortgage lenders and home insurance providers require evidence that a property’s electrical system is safe, especially for older homes. Having an EICR readily available can:

  • Speed Up Mortgage Approval
  • Ensure The Property Qualifies For Home Insurance
  • Prevent Lenders From Requiring Additional Inspections

Without an EICR, buyers may face delays or higher insurance premiums due to potential risks.

Offers Peace Of Mind: Buying a home is a significant financial investment. An EICR provides buyers with confidence that the property is electrically safe, preventing unexpected surprises after moving in. It ensures that the home is safe, functional, and meets modern safety standards.

New Build Properties: New-build homes typically come with an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC), eliminating the need for an immediate EICR. However, it's still advisable to get an EICR after a few years of ownership to ensure ongoing safety

What Happens During an EICR?

During an EICR, the Fuse Board (Consumer Unit), wiring and electrical accessories are inspected and tested for faults or deviations from the Wiring Standards. Throughout the test, the following will be inspected and tested:


  • The adequacy of the main earthing and bonding(s).
  • Devices for protection against fire and electric shock.
  • Any damage or wear and tear that might affect the safety of the property’s inhabitants.
  • Identification of any damaged electrical fittings and accessories.
  • Identification of any exposed live wires that could cause a fire or injury.

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What Does It Means For Landlords?

From April-2021, It’s a legal requirement for landlords to provide copy of EICR to their existing or new tenants.


As a landlord, you’re responsible for the safety of the electrics throughout the property – this includes the installation itself and any electrical appliances you’ve provided. You’ll need to make sure these are safe when a new tenant moves in and maintained for the duration of their tenancy.


But if you don’t, you could face fines of up to £30,000 and your insurance could be invalidated. Banning orders may also be brought for serious or repeated offences.

Do I Need an EICR When Buying or Selling?

EICRs may be required for a variety of purposes including buying, selling or renewal of lease/rental agreement and may have been requested by your solicitors.


Building Surveyors may recommend their clients to obtain an upto date EICR in thier Building Survey or HomeBuyer Report, based on their overall observation of the state of electrical system in a property.


Homeowners are recommended to have it carried out at-lease once every 10 years to ensure electrical safety within their property.

How Do I Book an EICR - Electrical Safety Certificate?

We’re here to help keep your property safe for you and your tenants. Order your EICR-Electrical Safety Certificate online or over the phone.


  • If you are a landlord, simply provide us contact details of your tenants or property agent and we can coordinate directly with them to organise suitable appointment(s) according their earliest availability and keep you updated by automated emails.
  • If you are buyer or seller, simply provide us with vendor’s or property agent’s contact details and leave it to us to coordinate and book suitable appointment(s) as per vendor’s/agent’s earliest availability.
  • All the report(s)/certificate(s) are then shared only with yourself digitally via your email.

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Please select the services required and place order online 24/7. Our services can be ordered individually or as a combined Bundle Package. Prefer to place order over the phone? Please call us FREE at 0800 048 7474.

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Assessment Survey Booked

Once you placed order online, our customer support team will get in touch with you to arrange a suitable date and time to carry out the assessment survey for each service ordered, according to your suitability.

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Certificates Issued

Certificates will be issued digitally for each service ordered and sent to you by email, within 48 hours of Assessor’s visit. Being an online customer, you will also be able to download your certificates from your online account with us.

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Place Order Online

Please select the services required and place order online 24/7. Our services can be ordered individually or as a combined Bundle Package. Prefer to place order over the phone? Please call us FREE at 0800 048 7474.

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Assessment Survey Booked

Once you placed order online, our customer support team will get in touch with you to arrange a suitable date and time to carry out the assessment survey for each service ordered, according to your suitability.

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Certificates Issued

Certificates will be issued digitally for each service ordered and sent to you by email, within 48 hours of Assessor’s visit. Being an online customer, you will also be able to download your certificates from your online account with us.

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Lee Prescott

Booked a Gas safety test and EICR due to part exchanging my current property for a new build. Gas inspection went well with no issues to report and whilst the e EICR inspection went smoothly it could not be passed due to remedial work being required to bring it in line with safety requirements (new consumer unit with better RCD protection). After getting a quote for the residual works I shopped around and Nationwide Surveyors were the cheapest by far, so I booked the work and a Friday appointment was agreed. On the morning of the appointment, I got a call to say the engineer had been involved in a car accident so couldn’t attend and an alternative appointment was made for the Sunday. I will be honest and admit I was extremely sceptical that the engineer would turn up on a Sunday, especially after reading some negative reviews. I was convinced I had made a bad choice. How wrong I was! The engineer turned up on the Sunday as promised and installed the new consumer unit. He was extremely friendly and explained everything as he went along and the quality of his work was top class. At the end of the install he went through everything that had been highlighted in the original report and explained what had been done to correct it. He also made sure I was 100% happy and ensured everything worked before he cleaned up any mess from the install and left. I received the updated report the following day as promised. Overall I am extremely happy with the service provided by Nationwide Surveyors and will be using them again in the future.

2025-07-22

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Jess Chan

Very responsive and had the requested work carried out in a timely manner. Answered all my queries and prompt delivery of reports.

2025-07-16

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Anol Kar

Excellent Service. Always informed about the progress. Totally professional approach. I will always recommend.

2025-07-15

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Dhru Parmar

Excellent customer service. Every aspect of the process from start to finish was 5 stars, especially the contractor Mustafa, who carried out the work. He was brilliant explaining things in layman's terms.

2025-07-14

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Suzy Lythgoe

Fantastic customer service. Engineers very knowledgeable efficient and helpful. Thoroughly recommend this company A rare find when dealing with trades Thank you Suzannah Lythgoe

2025-07-07

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Salvatore D'Angelo

Very efficient, informative and knowledgeable. Thanks

2025-06-30

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Chris Rundle

Prompt and professional service. Competitive prices and highly detailed report. very pleased with their service.

2025-06-02

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Ignacio Vazquez

The engineer who came to do the work was very polite and helpful.

2025-05-31

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Andrew Russell

Excellent service. The Nationwide electrician who carried out the EICR for our house was friendly, professional and helpful. He explained the process clearly and worked with a smile. Thoroughly recommend.

2025-05-30

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