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Electrical Safety Checks for Landlords

Landlord electrical safety rules in England: EICR at least every five years, copies to tenants, remedial work deadlines and fines. Fraser Bond arranges EICRs in London.

Electrical Safety Checks for Landlords Property Legal, Risk & Compliance

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

Compliance

Electrical Safety Checks for Landlords

Every5 years
28-dayfixes
Fines to£30k
Wearrange
In short: Private landlords in England must have the electrical installation inspected and tested at least every five years, give tenants the EICR within 28 days, and complete any required remedial work within 28 days or sooner. Fraser Bond arranges EICRs and repairs.

The rules

The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 require a qualified inspector, copies to tenants and the council on request, and written confirmation once remedial work is done.

Codes on the report

C1 (danger present) and C2 (potentially dangerous) must be fixed; FI means further investigation is needed. C3 items are recommendations.

Penalties

Councils can impose civil penalties of up to £30,000.

Fraser Bond property maintenance

  • Reactive repairs and emergency call-outs
  • Planned and seasonal maintenance
  • Damp, mould and ventilation fixes
  • Gas safety, EICR and EPC arranged with Gas Safe engineers and accredited assessors
  • Photo reports, certificates and invoices kept for your records

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How it works

1
ReportTell us about the problem online or by phone; urgent issues are prioritised.
2
AssessWe triage, and visit or send the right trade, with photos before work starts.
3
Quote or fixSmall jobs are fixed straight away within agreed limits; larger work is quoted first.
4
RecordPhotos, invoices and any certificates are saved to your file.
Annual compliance budget
Per property per year–
Portfolio per year–

Typical London prices vary. Fraser Bond can arrange all of these.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need PAT testing?

Not legally for landlords, but it is good practice for appliances you supply.

How much is an EICR?

Often around £150–£300 for a flat, depending on size and circuits.

Need an EICR?

Send us the address and what you need. We will arrange a visit or call and give you a written quote.

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