EICR Electrical Safety Inspection in Woking
An EICR electrical safety inspection in Woking checks the condition of your whole electrical installation and records anything unsafe or out of date. Ideal for homeowners, buyers and businesses, with a clear report.
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- No call-out charge
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- 24/7 emergency call-outs
EICR electrical safety inspections in Woking
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What an EICR checks
The inspection covers the consumer unit, earthing and bonding, circuits, sockets, switches and fixed fittings. We look for damage, wear, overloading and anything that doesn't meet current safety standards, then test a sample of each circuit with calibrated instruments to confirm what we see.
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Understanding the codes
C1 means danger is present and needs immediate action. C2 means potentially dangerous, and FI means further investigation is needed. Any of these makes the report unsatisfactory. C3 is a recommended improvement that doesn't, on its own, make the installation unsafe.
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When to have one
Most guidance suggests every 10 years for an owner-occupied home, every 5 years for businesses, and whenever you buy a property. It's also worth booking one after a flood, before major building work or if you notice warning signs like scorch marks.
What to expect from an EICR electrical safety inspection
We agree a time and let you know that the power will be off for short periods. On site, we inspect the fuse board and a sample of accessories, then test each circuit in turn. A typical house takes a few hours, depending on its size and number of circuits.
Afterwards, you receive the report with each observation coded and explained. If anything is coded C1, we make it safe before we leave. For C2 or FI items, we give you a quote for the remedial work and a certificate once it's done.
What's included
- Visual inspection of the installation
- Testing of every circuit
- A full coded report
- Plain-English explanation of findings
- Quote for any remedial work
How we work
Get in touch
Call or send us a message with what's wrong or what you'd like done. We aim to respond the same day.
Free visit and quote
There's no call-out charge. We look at the job, explain what's needed and give you a free, no-obligation quote.
Tested and certified
We carry out the work, test it and hand you the right certificate, leaving everything safe and tidy.
EICR Electrical Safety Inspection questions
Do I need an EICR when buying a house in Woking?
It isn't a legal requirement for buyers, but it's a sensible check. A standard survey doesn't test the electrics, so an EICR shows whether the house in Woking needs repairs or rewiring before you commit, which can help when negotiating the price.
How long does an EICR take for a home in Woking?
For a typical Woking home, the inspection takes a few hours, with the power off for short spells while each circuit is tested. Larger properties, outbuildings and more circuits take longer. The written report follows once the testing is complete.
What happens if my EICR is unsatisfactory?
An unsatisfactory report means at least one C1, C2 or FI observation. We explain each one, make any C1 danger safe straight away and quote for the rest. Once the remedial work is done and tested, you get confirmation for your records.
Do businesses in Woking need regular electrical inspections?
Yes. Employers must keep electrical systems safe under the Electricity at Work Regulations, and regular inspection is the usual way to show it. For most offices and shops, guidance suggests an EICR every 5 years, or more often for some premises.
EICR Electrical Safety Inspection across the Woking area
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Book an EICR electrical safety inspection in Woking
Let us know the property type and how many bedrooms it has, and we'll book a time and give you a free quote.