Electrical Safety Inspections (EICR) - Greater Manchester

Need an electrical safety check? Whether you're a landlord meeting legal requirements, buying a house, or just want peace of mind about your electrics, we'll sort you out with a proper inspection that won't break the bank.

What's an EICR and Do You Need One?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is basically a thorough health check for your property's electrics. Think of it like an MOT for your wiring - we test everything to make sure it's safe and up to current standards.

You definitely need one if you're a landlord - it's the law, every 5 years and for new tenants. Buying a house? Get it done before any money changes hands. Selling a property? Buyers will probably want to see one. And if you haven't had your electrics checked in years, it's recommended every 10 years anyway.

Our EICR Service - £150 Plus VAT All Domestic Properties

Fixed price of £150 plus VAT for any domestic property - doesn't matter if it's a one-bed flat or a five-bed house. You get the inspection and all the certificates on the same day, no waiting around for paperwork. We can usually fit you in as soon as you call, because EICR inspections slot in around the bigger electrical jobs we've got on.

Ready to book your EICR? Get in touch today

What We Actually Check

We don't just have a quick look and tick some boxes. A proper EICR involves:

Visual inspection covers all your wiring, switches, sockets, and consumer unit condition. We're looking for signs of damage, overheating, or general wear and tear, plus checking whether everything still looks fit for purpose.

Electrical testing is where the proper technical work happens. We do continuity testing to check circuits are properly connected, insulation resistance testing to make sure wires aren't going to give you a shock, earth fault loop impedance testing so safety systems work properly, and RCD testing to ensure those trip switches that protect you actually work when they're needed.

Documentation

You get a detailed report explaining what we found, plus all the certificates you need for insurance, selling, or rental compliance.

Understanding Your EICR Results

We explain everything in plain English, but here's what the codes mean: C1 (Code 1) means immediate danger that needs fixing now before we leave. C2 (Code 2) is potentially dangerous and needs sorting urgently. C3 (Code 3) means it could be better - not dangerous but worth improving when you get the chance. FI means we need to investigate something further to give you a proper answer.

If you get C1 or C2 issues, we'll explain exactly what's wrong and how to fix it. No scary technical jargon or trying to panic you into unnecessary work. If you need any remedial electrical work sorting, we handle that too

Different Properties, Different Problems

Victorian Terraces (Common in Prestwich, Whitefield)

Older houses have their own particular challenges. You're often dealing with old wiring systems like cloth-covered cables or knob and tube wiring that's decades past its best. Inadequate earthing is common because proper earthing wasn't standard when these houses were built. The circuits were designed for gas lighting and a few basic electrical items, not the demands of modern life with washing machines, electric showers, and all the gadgets we use today. Plus those ancient fuse boxes offer no RCD protection whatsoever.

70% of electrical fires happen in buildings built before 1950. That's why a proper inspection matters for these older properties.

New Builds (Like Altrincham, Trafford Developments)

You'd think new builds would be perfect, but research shows 1 in 5 new builds have electrical faults. Poor workmanship from rushed construction where corners get cut is surprisingly common. Loose connections that weren't properly tightened during installation, missing earth bonding that should be there but isn't, and incorrect installations like downlights where the earth wires have just been cut off rather than connected properly.

Even if you've got a new build with an EIC certificate, an EICR can give you peace of mind that everything's actually been done right. Read more about our dedicated EICR service for new build properties.

For Landlords - The Legal Bit

Legal requirement: EICR every 5 years, plus one for each new tenant. The penalties are serious if you don't comply - fines up to £30,000, local authorities can arrange work and bill you for it, and tenancy deposit schemes might get involved.

What you need to do is pretty straightforward: give existing tenants the report within 28 days, give new tenants the report before they move in, and if we find C1, C2, or FI issues, get them fixed within 28 days. Keep records of everything because you'll need to prove compliance if anyone asks.

HMOs get the same treatment - no different requirements, just the standard 5-year cycle. Need an EICR for your rental property? Book it in today

If you'd like to combine compliance with renewable upgrades for your portfolio, see our solar, battery and EICR for landlords page.

For Property Buyers - Protect Your Investment

Get an EICR before any money changes hands. If we find problems like an ancient fuse box that needs replacing, you can negotiate the repair cost off the purchase price, walk away if the issues are too serious, or at least know exactly what you're getting into.

Even solicitors recommend it because they know electrical problems can cost thousands to fix later. Better to find out now than get a nasty surprise after you've moved in.

What Happens If We Find Problems?

If we spot issues, we'll explain everything clearly - what's wrong, why it matters, and what needs doing. You'll get fair quotes for any remedial work with no hidden costs or inflated prices. We can sort what we find too, so there's no need to get a separate electrician involved. Remedial work usually gets scheduled within a month, which gives you time to plan around it.

Ashley's been doing this for years, so most problems aren't as scary as they sound once you understand what's actually going on. If you need electrical work sorting after an inspection, we handle all types.

Why Choose Us for Your EICR?

NAPIT-registered and MCS-certified (certificate NAP-66870), both of which you can verify online. Ashley's 20+ years experience means he knows what he's looking at and how to explain it clearly.

Honest approach - we check everything that needs checking and only recommend work that actually needs doing. We don't push hard sells, we don't tack on jobs that don't need doing, and we won't try to scare you into work you don't need.

Reviews: "All work done to an excellent standard. Ashley was polite and very professional." "Ashley was super responsive and did an amazing job" "Ashley came out at short notice to do an electrical safety check on our new property"

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does an EICR take? A few hours, but really it's a day's job. You're not left without power though - we work around you so there's minimal disruption.

Do I need to prepare anything? Just make sure we can get to your fuse box. If it's behind boxes or in a cupboard, clear some space so we can work safely.

Do you work evenings or weekends? Normal business hours only, but we're pretty flexible on scheduling to fit around your needs.

How do I get my certificates? Digital copies as standard, with physical copies available if you want them. Everything gets sorted the same day.

What if you find serious problems? We'll talk you through everything and prioritise safety. Emergency situations get sorted before we leave - we won't walk away from anything dangerous.

Do you cover my area? We cover Prestwich, Whitefield, Bury, Radcliffe, Altrincham, Trafford, and Stockport with no travel charges. Same service, same price wherever you are.

How do I pay? Bank transfer with payment in advance. We'll send you a proper invoice so everything's above board for your records.

Can you check your work afterwards? Yes, we can do follow-up inspections to confirm everything's been fixed properly. That's a separate charge depending on what was done originally.

Commercial Properties

Pricing on request - depends on building size and number of outlets. Every commercial property is different, so we quote individually rather than having set prices.

Book Your EICR Today

For any domestic property the price is £150 plus VAT, certificates are issued the same day, and there's no hard sell.

We can usually get you booked in as soon as you call. Whether you're a landlord who needs to tick the legal boxes, a buyer who wants to know what they're getting into, or just someone who wants to sleep better knowing their electrics are safe - we'll sort you out.

Ready to book your electrical safety inspection? Get in touch today

We cover Altrincham, Blackley, Bolton, Bury, Chadderton, Cheetham Hill, Crumpsall, Hale, Hale Barns, Lees, Middleton, Oldham, Prestwich, Radcliffe, Royton, Saddleworth, Shaw, Stockport, Trafford, and Whitefield with dedicated local EICR services.