If you need an Electrical Installation Condition Report and you want to know what it will cost, this guide gives you a straight answer — along with everything else you need to make an informed decision.

At Test My Electrics, our domestic EICR is £162 including VAT for properties with up to 10 circuits. For commercial premises, our EICR starts from £175 + VAT for the first 12 circuits, with £15 + VAT for each additional circuit. All prices are fixed before we attend — no surprises on the day.

What Is an EICR?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report is a formal assessment of the condition of a property's fixed electrical installation. It covers the consumer unit (fuse board), all wiring, sockets, switches, light fittings, earthing, and bonding arrangements.

A qualified electrician carries out a combination of visual inspection and electrical testing to determine whether the installation is safe to use and whether it meets the requirements of BS 7671 — the current edition of the IET Wiring Regulations.

At the end of the inspection, the electrician issues a report with one of two outcomes: Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory. Every observation is assigned a condition code — C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous), C3 (improvement recommended), or FI (further investigation required). Any C1 or C2 observation results in an Unsatisfactory report.

For a full explanation of what an EICR involves and what the condition codes mean, see our guide: What Is an EICR and How Often Do You Need One?

Why Electrical Inspections Matter

Electrical faults are one of the leading causes of house fires in the UK. Many faults develop slowly and invisibly — deteriorating insulation, loose connections, and overloaded circuits can go unnoticed for years before they cause a problem.

An EICR is the only reliable way to assess the condition of an electrical installation that you cannot see. It gives you a documented, professional assessment of whether your electrics are safe — and if they are not, exactly what needs to be done and how urgently.

Who Needs an EICR?

Homeowners

There is no legal requirement for owner-occupiers to have an EICR, but it is strongly recommended every ten years, or sooner if:

• You are buying a property and do not know the history of the electrics
• The property is more than 25 years old and has never been inspected
• You are planning a major renovation or extension
• You have noticed flickering lights, tripping circuits, or burning smells

Private Landlords in Scotland

Private landlords in Scotland are legally required to ensure their properties have a valid EICR under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006 and the Repairing Standard. The inspection must be renewed every five years or at the start of a new tenancy, whichever comes first.

A copy of the EICR must be provided to tenants and, on request, to the local authority. Failure to comply can result in enforcement action by the local authority.

Commercial Property Owners and Occupiers

For commercial premises, the recommended inspection interval is every five years, or more frequently for high-risk environments such as industrial units, swimming pools, or premises with heavy electrical loads. Many commercial leases also require landlords to maintain valid EICRs.

Employers also have a duty under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 to maintain electrical systems in a safe condition. An EICR is a recognised way of demonstrating compliance with that duty.

Our EICR Pricing

Domestic EICR

£162 including VAT for properties with up to 10 circuits.

This price covers the majority of standard homes — a typical two or three-bedroom house will usually fall within this price. The number of circuits in a property depends on its size and how the electrical installation was designed. Most homes have between 6 and 12 circuits.

For properties with more than 10 circuits, we provide a fixed-price quote before we attend. Contact us with details of your property and we will give you a clear price.

Commercial EICR

£175 + VAT for the first 12 circuits, then £15 + VAT for each additional circuit.

Commercial premises vary enormously in size and complexity, so the final price depends on the number of circuits and the agreed extent and limitations of the inspection. We provide a fixed-price quote for all commercial EICRs before we attend.

What Is Not Included

The EICR price covers the inspection and the report. Any remedial work identified during the inspection — such as replacing a consumer unit, adding RCD protection, or repairing faulty wiring — is quoted separately and only carried out with your approval. We will never add work to your bill without telling you first.

What Affects the Price of an EICR?

The main factor is the number of circuits in the property. More circuits mean more testing, which takes longer.

Other factors that can affect the price include:

Accessibility. If circuits are difficult to access — for example, in a property with a large loft, a complex distribution arrangement, or wiring that is not clearly labelled — the inspection takes longer.

Age and condition of the installation. Older installations sometimes require more investigation, particularly where wiring is concealed and cannot be fully inspected without opening walls.

Agreed extent and limitations. On commercial premises in particular, the scope of the inspection is agreed in advance. A larger scope means a more thorough inspection and a higher price.

What Happens During an EICR?

Your electrician will carry out a combination of visual inspection and electrical testing. This involves:

• Inspecting the consumer unit for condition, labelling, and compliance
• Checking all accessible wiring for signs of damage or deterioration
• Testing circuits for continuity, insulation resistance, and earth fault loop impedance
• Verifying that protective devices (circuit breakers, RCDs) will operate correctly
• Checking earthing and bonding arrangements

During testing, circuits will need to be isolated briefly. We will always discuss this with you before the inspection and minimise disruption where possible.

What Do You Receive After the Inspection?

On completion, you will receive:

• A formal EICR certificate with a Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory outcome
• A full schedule of circuits tested and their results
• A list of any observations, each assigned a condition code (C1, C2, C3, or FI)
• Recommendations for any remedial work required

Certificates are issued on the day of the inspection. For landlords, this certificate is the document you are required to provide to your tenants and local authority.

What Happens If the EICR Is Unsatisfactory?

An Unsatisfactory result means the inspection identified one or more C1 or C2 observations — items that are dangerous or potentially dangerous and must be addressed.

C1 observations (danger present) must be remedied before the installation is used. C2 observations (potentially dangerous) should be addressed within 28 days.

For landlords in Scotland, the law requires that remedial work identified in an Unsatisfactory EICR is completed within 28 days (or sooner if specified in the report). Written confirmation of the completed work must then be provided to tenants.

We can carry out any required remedial work and issue the appropriate certification once it is complete. We will always provide a clear, fixed-price quote for remedials before any work begins.

Understanding C1, C2, C3, and FI Observations

C1 — Danger Present. Immediate risk of injury or death. Examples include exposed live conductors or a missing earth connection on metal pipework. A C1 observation means the installation poses a direct danger and must be remedied immediately.

C2 — Potentially Dangerous. Not immediately dangerous, but could become so. Examples include circuits without RCD protection or outdated wiring with inadequate insulation. C2 observations must be addressed urgently — typically within 28 days.

C3 — Improvement Recommended. Not dangerous, but not up to current standards. C3 observations do not result in an Unsatisfactory report, but your electrician will recommend improvements. These might include adding additional socket outlets or upgrading older wiring.

FI — Further Investigation Required. Something has been identified that needs more investigation before a conclusion can be reached. This typically occurs where wiring is concealed and cannot be fully inspected without opening walls.

Scottish Landlord Electrical Safety Requirements

Private landlords in Scotland must comply with the Repairing Standard under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006. This requires that:

• The electrical installation in a rented property is in a reasonable state of repair and in proper working order throughout the tenancy
• An EICR is carried out by a competent person at least every five years, or at the start of a new tenancy
• A copy of the EICR is provided to the tenant and, on request, to the local authority

The inspection must be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent electrician. Using a registered electrician — one who is a member of NAPIT or SELECT — is the recognised way of demonstrating that the inspection was carried out competently.

Why Use a Suitably Qualified and Competent Electrician?

An EICR is only as reliable as the person carrying it out. Using a registered electrician gives you confidence that:

• They are qualified to the current edition of BS 7671 (the IET Wiring Regulations)
• Their work is independently assessed and audited
• They carry adequate public liability insurance
• The certificate they issue is legally valid for landlord compliance purposes

Test My Electrics is registered with both NAPIT and SELECT — Scotland's leading electrical trade body. Every EICR we carry out is thorough, clearly explained, and backed by our workmanship guarantee.

Our director Neil Claxton was named Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2026 — a national award recognising outstanding tradespeople across the UK. It is a reflection of the standards we hold ourselves to on every job.

How to Book an EICR with Test My Electrics

We cover Ayrshire, Glasgow, and the wider West of Scotland, including Ayr, Prestwick, Troon, Irvine, Kilmarnock, Girvan, Cumnock, Ardrossan, Saltcoats, Kilwinning, Largs, and Paisley.

To book your EICR or request a fixed-price quote:

• Call us: 01292 432525
• Mobile: 07488 306165
• Email: office@testmyhouse.co.uk
• Online: use the contact form on our website

We provide a fixed price before we attend — no surprises on the day. Certificates are issued on the day of the inspection.