Landlord Electrical Testing
Since July 2020, landlords in England must have a valid EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) for every property they let. The report must be carried out by a qualified electrician, renewed at least every five years or at every change of tenancy, and provided to the tenant within 28 days of any inspection.
What is an EICR and what does it cover?
An EICR is a detailed inspection of the fixed electrical installation in a rental property — the wiring, consumer unit, earthing and bonding, sockets, switches and light fittings. Each finding is graded:
- C1 (Danger present) — immediate remedial work required before the property can be let
- C2 (Potentially dangerous) — remedial work required within 28 days
- C3 (Improvement recommended) — not a legal requirement to fix, but advisable
- FI (Further investigation) — further work needed to assess the risk fully
The report concludes with an overall verdict: Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory. An Unsatisfactory report means remedial work is required before the property can lawfully be let.
What happens during a landlord electrical inspection?
Our NICEIC-certified electrician will:
- Inspect the consumer unit, earthing and bonding arrangements
- Test every circuit with calibrated instruments — insulation resistance, earth continuity, RCD trip times
- Visually check all electrical accessories — sockets, switches and light fittings
- Issue a signed EICR with full findings and any remedial recommendations
For a standard 2–3 bedroom Leeds rental property, the inspection takes two to three hours. You receive the completed EICR the same day.
How much does landlord electrical testing cost in Leeds?
Call 0113 347 3743 for a no-obligation quote. EICR testing in Leeds typically costs from £150 for a standard 2-bed property, with same-day certificates on most jobs–£250 for a standard house depending on the number of circuits and the age of the installation. Any C1 or C2 remedial work is quoted separately. No call-out charge.
HMO landlords in Leeds
HMO licensing in Leeds requires an EICR valid within five years. For larger HMOs (3+ storeys, 5+ occupants), the electrical inspection forms part of the mandatory licence conditions. We work with HMO landlords across Leeds and Bradford and are familiar with Leeds City Council’s specific requirements.
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Landlord electrical obligations in Leeds — what the law requires
Since 1 April 2021, all landlords in England (including Leeds) must have an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) carried out by a qualified electrician before a new tenancy starts, and every 5 years for existing tenancies. Failure to comply carries fines of up to £30,000.
- EICR must be carried out by a qualified and competent person
- Landlord must provide a copy of the EICR to existing tenants within 28 days
- Any faults (coded C1 or C2) must be remedied within 28 days
- Councils can issue remedial notices and impose financial penalties
Our landlord electrical testing service in Leeds
- Full EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) — 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom properties
- Same-week appointments across Leeds
- Certificate issued same day
- NICEIC certified — meets all legal requirements
- Remedial work quoted and completed if required
- Fast turnaround for letting agents with multiple properties
We carry out landlord EICRs across Leeds including Headingley, Roundhay, Chapel Allerton, Morley, Garforth and all surrounding areas. Call 0113 347 3743 to book your landlord electrical certificate.