EICR Electrical Certificate — SE20
EICR Electrical Certificate SE20
NICEIC registered electricians providing Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) across the SE20 postcode — Penge & Anerley, London. From £120. Legal requirement for all landlords under the Electrical Safety Standards 2020 Regulations. Same-week appointments.
Legal requirement in SE20
Landlord electrical safety obligations
Every 5 years
The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 require landlords to obtain an EICR at least every 5 years, or at change of tenancy if sooner.
Provide the report
A copy of the EICR must be given to existing tenants within 28 days of the inspection and to new tenants before or at the start of their tenancy.
Remedial works deadline
Where an EICR shows a C1 or C2 observation, all remedial works must be completed within 28 days (or sooner if the inspector specifies), and evidence supplied to the local council.
Penalty for non-compliance: local housing authorities can impose a financial penalty of up to £30,000 on landlords who do not comply with the Electrical Safety Standards Regulations 2020. The local council can also carry out remedial works themselves and recover the cost from the landlord.
What we inspect in SE20
EICR inspection checklist
Understanding your EICR in SE20
EICR observation codes explained
An immediate risk of injury from electric shock or fire. The affected circuit or installation must be made safe before the report is issued. Immediate action required.
No immediate risk, but could become dangerous. The landlord must carry out remedial work within 28 days and provide written confirmation to the local housing authority.
Not dangerous but does not meet current standards. A C3 observation does not prevent a satisfactory EICR outcome — no action required within 28 days, but improvement is advisable.
The inspector could not fully assess a part of the installation. Further investigation is needed before the report can be completed. Prevents a satisfactory outcome.
Landlords in SE20 with a C1 or C2 observation must complete remedial works within 28 days and supply written evidence of completion to the local housing authority. Failure to do so is a breach of the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020.
EICR services in SE20
What we offer
1-bed flat EICR
Full periodic inspection and test of the fixed wiring in a one-bedroom flat. Includes consumer unit, all circuits, earthing and bonding, and RCD testing. Report issued same day.
2-3 bed house EICR
Comprehensive EICR for a two or three bedroom house. All circuits tested, observation codes assigned, and a full written report provided. Typical duration 2 to 3 hours.
HMO EICR
EICR for houses in multiple occupation. HMOs require inspection of all circuits serving individual rooms and communal areas. Report covers the full installation.
EICR with remedial works
Where C1 or C2 observations are found, we can carry out the required remedial works in the same visit or a follow-up appointment, then re-issue the report as satisfactory.
Periodic inspection renewal
Renewing an existing EICR before the 5-year expiry. We review the previous report and any changes made since, carry out a full periodic test, and issue an updated certificate.
Pre-purchase EICR
An EICR before buying a property gives you an objective assessment of the electrical installation condition, helping you identify remedial costs before exchange of contracts.
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NICEIC registered electricians covering the SE20 postcode (Penge & Anerley). Reports issued the same day. Remedial works carried out where needed.
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EICR SE20: frequently asked
How much does an EICR cost in SE20?
An EICR in the SE20 postcode (Penge & Anerley) from Prestige Engineers starts from £120 for a one-bedroom flat, £180 for a two to three bedroom house, and from £280 for larger properties and HMOs. The report is issued the same day.
Do you provide EICRs in the SE20 area?
Yes — we cover the SE20 (Penge & Anerley) postcode for all EICR inspections. Our NICEIC registered electricians attend the same week and issue the full report on the day. We also carry out any required remedial works.
How long is an EICR valid for in SE20?
An EICR is valid for up to 5 years for a rental property, or 10 years for an owner-occupied property. Landlords in SE20 must renew at least every 5 years or at change of tenancy. We can send renewal reminders and arrange the inspection automatically.