Electrical safety reports
EICR in Harlow: Electrical Installation Condition Reports
An EICR is a full inspection and test of the fixed wiring in a building, from the fuse board to the sockets and lights. FastFuse carries out EICRs for homes and businesses in Harlow and nearby towns, and explains the results in plain English.
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Buying, selling or not had a check in 10 years? Call 07483 756890 to book an EICR.
What an EICR covers
We inspect and test your electrical installation to find anything that is damaged, worn out or does not meet current safety standards.
We inspect and test
The fuse board or consumer unit, including RCD protection
Earthing and bonding
The condition of wiring, sockets, switches and light fittings
We look for
Signs of overheating, damage or wear
Circuits that are overloaded
Anything that does not meet current safety standards
What the codes on your report mean
Each problem found is given a code. The overall result is satisfactory or unsatisfactory.
C1: Danger present
Needs fixing straight away. The result is unsatisfactory.
C2: Potentially dangerous
Needs fixing urgently. The result is unsatisfactory.
FI: Further investigation
Something needs looking into further. The result is unsatisfactory.
C3: Improvement recommended
Not dangerous. The result can still be satisfactory.
How an EICR works
01. Book a time
Choose a time that suits you. We tell you how long it will take when you book.
02. We inspect and test
The power is off for parts of the visit, and we tell you when.
03. You get the report
A clear report, with every finding explained in plain English.
04. Any repairs quoted
If anything needs fixing, we explain why and give you a price.
When to get an EICR
Homeowners
About every 10 years, the interval recommended by industry bodies such as NICEIC, and when you buy or sell a home.
Businesses
Usually at least every 5 years for offices and shops, and more often for higher-risk sites.
Landlords
At least every 5 years by law, with the report shared with your tenants.
EICR questions
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No. It is only a legal requirement for landlords. For a home you own and live in, industry guidance recommends one about every 10 years, or when you buy or sell.
Book your EICR
Tell us about your property and we will find a time that suits you.
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