Landlord Electrical Certificate in Andover

We carry out Electrical Installation Condition Reports meeting the 5-year requirement for private landlords in Andover. Our qualified electricians assess all fixed electrical installations against BS 7671 wiring regulations and provide the legally required documentation.

Many rental properties in the older parts of Andover and the older residential streets near Andover centre have older electrical systems. We identify outdated wiring, missing RCD protection, and circuits that don't meet current safety standards, providing clear remedial recommendations.

We can combine EICR testing with PAT testing of supplied appliances like cookers, washing machines, and portable heaters. This covers both fixed wiring and moveable electrical items under landlord responsibility.

Most standard domestic properties can be tested and certificated within 2-4 hours. We provide official EICR documentation on completion, meeting tenancy agreement deadlines and local authority requirements.

Since 2020, all new private rental tenancies require a valid EICR before tenants move in. The certificate must be no more than 5 years old and provided to tenants within 28 days of occupation.

Many Victorian and Edwardian properties around Andover's town centre still have original or early electrical installations. These often lack modern safety features like RCD protection and may have deteriorated cable insulation.

If you've had rewiring, new consumer units, or additional circuits installed in your rental property, an updated EICR confirms the work meets current standards and maintains your landlord insurance validity.

Frequent circuit breaker trips, flickering lights, or burning smells indicate potential safety issues. An EICR identifies dangerous faults before they cause fires or injury, protecting both tenants and your legal position.