EICR Testing & Certification

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal assessment of the safety and condition of the electrical installation in a property. JM Sparks Electrical carries out EICR testing across Solihull and the West Midlands, with same-day reports issued on completion.

Whether you're a landlord meeting your legal obligations, a homeowner buying or selling a property, or a business ensuring compliance — we'll carry out a thorough inspection and give you a clear, honest report.

What's Included

• Full inspection of the consumer unit and all circuits
• Testing of sockets, switches, and fixed appliances
• Assessment of earthing and bonding
• Written EICR report issued same day
• Clear explanation of any C1, C2, or C3 observations
• Remedial work quoted separately if required

Understanding Your Report: C1, C2, C3

• C1 — Danger present: Requires immediate action. We can carry out remedial work on the same visit where possible.
• C2 — Potentially dangerous: Urgent remedial work required before the certificate can be issued as satisfactory.
• C3 — Improvement recommended: Not dangerous, but worth addressing. Does not prevent a satisfactory certificate.

Who Needs an EICR?

• Landlords — legally required every 5 years or at change of tenancy under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020
• Homeowners — recommended every 10 years or when buying/selling a property
• Businesses — recommended every 5 years

Pricing

EICR testing from £140 for a standard 1–2 bedroom property. Price increases with the number of circuits. We'll confirm the exact price when you book.

Why Choose JM Sparks?

• ✓ NICEIC approved — reports accepted by all major letting agents and councils
• ✓ Same-day report issued
• ✓ £5 million public liability insurance

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does an EICR take?
Typically 2–4 hours depending on the size of the property and number of circuits.

Will the power need to be off?
Yes, for parts of the inspection. We'll let you know in advance so you can plan accordingly.

What happens if my property fails?
We'll explain exactly what needs to be done and provide a fixed quote for any remedial work. In many cases we can carry this out on the same visit.

Related Services

Consumer Unit Upgrades · Full & Partial Rewires · Commercial Electrical