EICR in Braintree
EICR certificate cost in Braintree: £120 to £300
Typical pricing for an EICR inspection on a rental property in Braintree. Figures cover standard residential properties and exclude any remedial work.
EICR cost in Braintree by property type
| Property | Typical price band | Midpoint |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom flat | £103 to £257 | £180 |
| 2-bedroom flat | £114 to £285 | £200 |
| 3-bedroom house | £138 to £345 | £242 |
| 4-bedroom house | £156 to £390 | £273 |
| 5-bedroom HMO | £225 to £563 | £394 |
Prices are aggregated estimates and do not include the cost of any remedial electrical work needed to bring the installation up to standard.
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What an EICR covers in Braintree
Essex commuter town with reliable mid-range rental demand from Stansted, Chelmsford and London-bound commuters. Landlords letting property here must hold a valid EICR certificate before a new tenancy begins, and must renew it at least every 5 years.
Postcode areas typically covered include CM7, CM77. Engineers serving Braintree may charge a small premium for properties inside congestion or low-emission zones where parking and travel times add cost.
A standard EICR inspection takes between two and four hours depending on the size and age of the property. The engineer visually inspects and tests every circuit, identifies any C1, C2 or FI codes that require remedial work, and issues a certificate confirming whether the installation is satisfactory or unsatisfactory. Unsatisfactory reports must be remediated within 28 days.
Other certificates landlords in Braintree need
EICR is one of five compliance certificates the average Braintree landlord juggles. Costs and renewal cycles for the others, with Braintree-specific pricing where available:
Estimated cost in Braintree: £60 to £120
See Gas Safety in Braintree →
Estimated cost in Braintree: £45 to £120
See EPC in Braintree →
Recommended annual test of portable electrical appliances supplied with a rental property.
Read the PAT guide →
Mandatory written fire risk assessment for HMOs, blocks of flats and the common parts of any multi-occupied building.
Read the Fire Risk guide →
Licence required to let a House in Multiple Occupation. Rules and fees vary by council.
Read the HMO Licence guide →