EICR
Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR): cost, rules and how to book
Five-yearly electrical safety inspection legally required for all rented properties in England and Wales.
- Typical UK cost
- £120 to £300
- Validity
- 5 years
- Legal basis
- Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020.
EICR cost calculator
Enter your postcode and property details for an estimated cost band. Figures are aggregated from public data and exclude any remedial work.
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EICR cost by location
Local labour rates and parking conditions push prices up or down. Pick your area for a postcode-aware estimate.
Estimated cost: £150 to £375
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Estimated cost: £162 to £405
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Estimated cost: £150 to £375
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Estimated cost: £156 to £390
View Islington guide →
Estimated cost: £146 to £366
View Lambeth guide →
Estimated cost: £146 to £366
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Estimated cost: £150 to £375
View Tower Hamlets guide →
Estimated cost: £154 to £384
View Wandsworth guide →
Estimated cost: £168 to £420
View Westminster guide →
Estimated cost: £174 to £435
View Kensington and Chelsea guide →
Estimated cost: £156 to £390
View Hammersmith and Fulham guide →
Estimated cost: £144 to £360
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What landlords need to know
The EICR is required under Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020. Certificates are valid for 5 years and must be renewed before they expire. Tenants are entitled to a copy when a new tenancy begins or within 28 days of a renewal inspection.
Costs vary by location, property size and the engineer's hourly rate. A two-bedroom flat in central London will typically cost more than a similar property in a regional city, primarily because of travel time and parking. Older properties with outdated wiring or installations may take longer to inspect.
We aggregate cost figures from public data and trade body guidance, then refresh them quarterly. Always confirm the final price with your chosen provider before booking.