How much does an EICR cost in Greater Manchester?
One of the first questions people ask is how much an EICR will cost. The honest answer is that it depends on the property, but it should never be a mystery. Here is how our pricing works.
| Property size | Fixed price |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | £120 |
| 2 bedrooms | £150 |
| 3 bedrooms | £185 |
| 4 bedrooms | £240 |
| 5 bedrooms or larger | £310 |
Extra circuits above 12: £10 each
HMO per bedroom: £45 each
All prices include VAT.
How is the price of an EICR worked out?
We fix the price by number of bedrooms, because that is a good guide to how much there is to inspect. The standard price covers up to 12 circuits. Current prices are in the table on this page, which is always kept up to date.
We fix the price by number of bedrooms, because that is a good guide to how much there is to inspect. The current prices are in the table on this page and are always kept up to date.
What extras can change the cost of an EICR?
Two things can add to the price: more than 12 circuits, charged per extra circuit, and HMOs, which add a set charge per bedroom. The booking form adds these up automatically, so you see the full total before you confirm.
- More than 12 circuits: each extra circuit is charged at the rate shown under the table.
- HMOs: a set charge per bedroom is added, reflecting the extra work and licensing requirements.
The booking form adds these up for you, so you see the full total before you confirm.
What do you get for the price of an EICR?
A proper EICR takes a few hours. You pay for the electrician's visit, a visual inspection, testing of the circuits and a detailed written report emailed to you. Any remedial work needed afterwards is quoted separately.
A proper EICR takes a few hours. The electrician inspects the installation, tests the circuits and writes up a detailed report. Remedial work, if needed, is quoted separately.
How should I compare EICR quotes?
Ask who carries out the work, whether they are registered with a scheme such as NICEIC, how many circuits are included and whether there are call-out or report fees. At CircuitCertify the price shown is the price of the inspection.
When comparing prices, ask who will carry out the work, whether they are registered with a scheme such as NICEIC, how many circuits are included and whether there are call-out or report fees. At CircuitCertify the price shown is the price for the inspection, and the work is done by independent NICEIC registered electricians.