What happens if your EICR fails?
An unsatisfactory EICR can feel alarming, but it is common, especially in older properties, and most problems are straightforward to fix. Here is what to do next.
Why is an EICR marked unsatisfactory?
A report is unsatisfactory if it lists any C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous) or FI (further investigation required) observation. C3 observations are recommendations only and do not cause a report to fail, however many there are.
A report is unsatisfactory if it lists any C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous) or FI (further investigation) observation. C3s are recommendations only and do not cause a fail.
What must a landlord do if their EICR fails?
Arrange remedial work or investigation within 28 days, or sooner if stated. Get written confirmation from a qualified person once it is done, then give it and the original report to tenants and the council within 28 days of completion.
- Arrange the remedial work or investigation within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so.
- Get written confirmation from a qualified person once the work is done.
- Give the confirmation and the original report to your tenants, and send them to the council, within 28 days of completion.
What should a homeowner do if their EICR fails?
There is no legal deadline for homeowners, but C1 and C2 items are genuine safety risks and should be treated as urgent. C3 recommendations can be planned in alongside other work, such as a kitchen refit or consumer unit upgrade.
There is no legal deadline, but C1 and C2 items are genuine safety risks. Treat them as urgent. C3s can be planned in with other work.
Do you need a new EICR after remedial work?
Not usually. Written confirmation that the remedial work is complete, together with the original report, is what you need. The next full EICR is due on the date the original report recommends, not from the date of the repairs.
Not usually. The written confirmation that remedial work is complete, together with the original report, is what you need. The next full EICR is due on the date the original report recommends.
How do I get a failed EICR fixed?
Contact us with your report to hand and we can arrange a quote for remedial work with an independent NICEIC registered electrician. If your existing report is out of date, you can book a fresh inspection online instead.
We can arrange a quote for remedial work with an independent NICEIC registered electrician. Get in touch with your report to hand, or book a fresh inspection if your existing report is out of date.