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Are you a landlord in Warwickshire? Do you know if the electrics are safe in your rental property? A landlords EICR is the only way to be certain, and to fulfil your legal obligations, Intolec, in Warwickshire are your local EICR specialist who can perform an electrical safety test to ensure your property is at no risk of electrical faults or dangers.
What is a Landlords EICR?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), also known as ‘The Landlord Safety Test’, is a written report by a qualified electrician stating the condition of the electrics in your Warwickshire property. Detecting where there are dangers in the electrical systems, they are used to advise you on what needs immediate attention and show you where other improvements can be made.
Understanding Landlords EICR Codes
The written safety report uses grades to determine what needs your attention first.
C1 – This means danger is present and there is high risk of injury. If you get a C1, then immediate action is required.
C2 – Just below the dangers of C1, C2 means there is potential danger and requires urgent attention.
C3 – There is no clear dangers present, but improvements should be made to improve its safety.
F1 – This stand for further investigation.
Understanding your EICR is important. You need to know where the dangers are so you can improve its safety quickly. You landlords EICR electrician will explain the findings to you.
Why do Landlords Need an EICR?
As a landlord in Warwickshire you are responsible for the safety of your electrics. It is a legal requirement to have a valid EICR if you want to rent your property in England, Scotland, or Wales. If any electrical dangers were to arise within your property, then the landlord will be liable. By having a valid EICR you are protecting yourself and your tenants from any hazards such as shocks and fires. By performing an EICR, you are making yourself aware of any electrical dangers allowing you to rectify the problems immediately before causing any harm to your tenants.
How Often Should an EICR be Performed?
Before renting out a property, a landlord must get an EICR to ensure the tenants will be safe in their home. After an initial assessment, landlords are instructed to perform one every 5 years. A copy of the electrical certificate should then be given to their tenants and also may be requested by the local authority. This should be available within 7 working days.
What Happens if I Don’t Get an EICR?
By not following government safety guidelines landlords are putting their tenants at risk of electrical dangers. EICRs are performed to ensure the electrics are safe for tenants and failing comply with these rules may result in a hefty £30,000 fine. If you are a landlord in Warwickshire, don’t delay in booking your EICR today.
If the EICR on your Warwickshire property is coming to an end, then Intolec would love to help keep your business running and property free of electrical dangers. Contact us today for a free quote for your Landlords Electrical Installation Safety Report.
