Welcome to our EICR guide for homeowners, landlords, property managers and business owners in Scotland. EICR is the acronym for an ‘Electrical Installation Condition Report’ and regular EICR testing is a crucial step in ensuring electrical safety and compliance for your home or business premises.
Over the last nine months we have created a series of articles that covered everything you need to know about EICRs, from their purpose and legal requirements to the inspection process and what to expect from a certified electrician.
If you’d like to know more about EICR inspections or simply want to stay informed with current regulations, you can explore this EICR best practice guide to gain expert insights as well as using it to ensure you understand all the terminology.
Electrical safety & EICRs
These sections of the EICR guide aim to cover everything you need to know whether buying or selling property, ensuring your business premises are safe, or understanding the requirements for Scottish landlords.
EICR for homeowners when buying or selling
When buying or selling a property, it is important to ensure the electrical safety of the property. An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) provides a detailed inspection of the home’s electrical systems.
EICR for homeowners explains why obtaining an EICR during the buying or selling process is essential for safety, compliance, and successful negotiations.
Commercial EICR testing for business premises
Commercial EICR testing is vital for ensuring the electrical safety of business premises.
Commercial EICR testing explains how regular inspections protect employees and customers, and ensure compliance with the regulations for your business.
EICRs for Scottish Landlords – frequent questions & answers
This blog answers common questions about EICRs for Scottish landlords, covering legal requirements, inspection processes, and the importance of electrical safety in rental properties.
Read more on EICR for Scottish landlords. or you can find out more about your responsibilities under the updated Scottish Repairing Standard.
Understanding EICR C1 Codes and Faults
EICR C1 codes indicate serious electrical hazards. This guide helps you understand these critical faults and the immediate actions needed to ensure safety and compliance.
Find out more about EICR C1 fault codes.
Understanding EICR C2 Codes and Faults
EICR C2 codes signal potential hazards. This guide explains these faults and the necessary steps to address them, ensuring electrical safety and compliance.
Read more about EICR C2 fault codes.
Understanding EICR C3 Codes and Faults
EICR C3 codes highlight areas for improvement. This guide covers these faults and the steps to take to enhance electrical safety and compliance.
Find out more about ECIR C3 fault codes.
Understanding EICR codes for further investigation (FI codes)
FI codes in an EICR indicate issues that require further investigation. This guide explains these codes and the actions needed to resolve potential risks.
Read more on EICR FI (further investigation) codes.
Understanding EICR limitations
Looking to find out more about the possible limitations of an EICR test?
Find out more about EICR limitations.
Guide to EICR codes and limitations
Understanding EICR codes and limitations is essential for property owners, landlords, and business owners to maintain electrical safety. From C1, C2, and C3 codes through to fault codes for further investigation, let’s break down what each code means, what actions to take, and the limitations of an EICR.
Summary
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a complete inspection and test of your property’s electrical system to ensure it complies with the national safety standard. To comply with the new repairing standard in Scotland, it’s crucial that your EICR is carried out by an electrician registered with SELECT or NICEIC. Failure to do so will invalidate your certificate and leave you non-compliant.
Do get in touch with us if you’re based in, or around, Edinburgh and would like to book an EICR test for your property.
We hope you’ve found this guide useful. If you have any questions or just need a quick professional opinion, please feel free to contact us or leave a comment below.
All the best
Mark and the Ideal Electrical team
