Landlords, or managing agents are required by law to ensure all the electrical wiring systems, equipment and the condition of the installations within a property are in 'safe' working condition. Our expert team of electricians at JF Electrical carry out inspecting and testing to provide you with a Landlord Safety Report and Electrical Certificates, which confirms your property is safe.
Our electricians inspect all the 'fixed' electrical elements of your property, such as, the wiring, any plug sockets, light fittings, the consumer unit or fuse box and any permanently connected fittings (for example, showers and extractors).
Within the inspection we will check that:
If there is any damage, deterioration, defects or dangerous aspects to the electrical system works within your property, this will be outlined within the report. We will recommended work to be carried out for anything that doesn't meet current safety standards or puts the safety of people at risk.
The current Electrical Safety Regulations outlines that all landlords are required to:
Our specialist team are fully trained in all aspects of electrical testing and electrical inspections, and as NICEIC approved contractors, we are a company you can trust. To make your life easier we can even carry out PAT testing at the same time as the inspection, saving you time and hassle.
We provide a quick turnaround for any work that is required and offer our electrical services at a competitive price.
For more details or to make an appointment for your Landlord Safety Check, please contact us to discuss further
Under UK electrical safety regulations, landlords must ensure that the electrical installations in properties they rent out are safe for use. This includes having them inspected and tested by a qualified electrician at least every five years and obtaining a report that confirms electrical safety.
You must have the electrical installation in your rental property inspected and tested at least every five years by a qualified electrician, or more often if the inspector recommends it.
Our qualified electricians inspect all fixed electrical elements such as wiring, plug sockets, light fittings, consumer units and permanently connected appliances (e.g., showers, extractor fans).
If the report identifies defects, deterioration or safety issues, they will be clearly outlined in the report along with recommended remedial actions. We can also carry out the necessary repairs to bring the installation up to current safety standards.
Yes. You are required to provide a copy of the electrical safety report to your current tenants within 28 days of the inspection and to new or prospective tenants before they move in. Local authorities may also request a copy which you must supply within a specified period.
Yes. We can often carry out Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) at the same time as your electrical inspection, helping you to cover more of your compliance needs in one appointment.
The duration varies by property size and condition, but a typical EICR inspection can take a few hours. We’ll discuss timing with you when arranging your appointment.
