Electrical Installation Condition Report Clapham

Want more information on our electrical installation condition report Clapham services? Then you’ve come to the right place. Electrical installation condition reports are important documents that you should always possess, therefore, we’re here to help you understand the process of getting your electrical installation condition report in Clapham. If you have any more enquiries, do not hesitate to call us on 0203 146 1859.

 

What is an Electrical Installation Condition Report?

Our electrical installation condition report Clapham service is the process of having an inspection on your electrical installations. During this inspection, the electrician will inspect and test for any dangers that your electrical installations present in your Clapham property. The report is also referred to as an EICR and will report the findings of the damage present within the electrical installations.

 

What Happens During the Electrical Installation Condition Report Service?

During the electrical installation condition report Clapham service, this electrician will inspect and test for:

• Any loose or damaged electrical equipment such as cables and sockets.
• Any deviations from current electrical standards.
• The correct safety devices that should be present on electrical circuits and if they’re missing or inadequate.
• Missing or inadequate earth bonding that should be on all water and gas main supplies.
• Any defectives within the electrical installations.
• Any potential health and safety risks such as shock risk, in addition to fire hazards within the electrical installations.

On completion of the electrical inspection, the electrician should present your electrical installation condition report within 24 hours. The report will detail the findings and you could see a grade on the report:

• C1 – This is where there is immediate danger present and the electrician will perform remedial works immediately.
• C2 – This grade is presented when there is a potentially dangerous situation and remedial works need to be performed as soon as possible.
• C3 – Improvements to the electrical installations are recommended but not necessary and you can still pass the electrical inspection.

 

What Happens if My Electrical Installations don’t Conform to Electrical Standards?

If the electrical installation condition report Clapham service reveals any electrical issues, then you will need to get them rectified before you can receive a valid electrical certificate. If you are found without a valid electrical certificate, then you could face fines or be unsuccessful when making insurance claims on your property or building.

If you require remedial works, Lola Electrical can provide you with a comprehensive quote for all the remedial works that you require.

 

Why Should I get an Electrical Installation Condition Report in Clapham?

All electrical installations will deteriorate with time and use, therefore, it’s important to get them regularly checked for peace of mind, as deterioration can cause damage or injuries. However, you legally must receive an electrical installation condition report Clapham service if you are a landlord or own a commercial property.

There are also insurance conditions that need to be met. If you have insurance claims coming from problematic electrical installations, then they will be invalidated without an up to date electrical certificate.

 

How Often do I need to get an Electrical Installation Condition Report?

You should receive a valid electrical installation condition report Clapham can provide for you every:

• 10 years for a self-owned property
• Every 5 years for a commercial building
• Every 5 years for an industrial building
• Every 5 years for a leased property
• Every 3 years for a caravan property
• Every year for a property with a swimming pool
• When there is a change of tenancy
• If a flood or fire takes place on the property
• When buying or selling a property

If you use Lola Electrical as your electrical installation condition report provider, we can give you a reminder when your next electrical inspection is due.

 

Getting your Electrical Installation Condition Report in Clapham

If you want to receive a competitively priced electrical installation condition report Clapham can offer, then call Lola Electrical on 0203 146 1859. Our NICEIC registered electricians are fully qualified, experienced and friendly, and will ensure that you get the relevant electrical installation condition report.