What is EICR?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal assessment of the safety of a property's fixed electrical installation, carried out by a qualified electrician. It identifies defects, deterioration and non-compliance with BS 7671 wiring regulations, classifying issues from C1 (danger present) to C3 (improvement recommended). Since 2020, private landlords in England must obtain an EICR at least every five years and provide it to tenants. It differs from an EPC, which rates energy efficiency rather than electrical safety.