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How much does an EICR cost?EICR cost depends on property size, number of circuits, age and access. Here is how pricing works and how to get a quote you can compare.How Often Should an EICR Be Carried Out?An EICR is usually needed at least every five years for rented homes and commercial premises, and commonly every ten years for owner-occupied homes.What is an EICR?An EICR is a report on the condition of a property's fixed electrical wiring, produced after an inspection and test by a qualified electrician.How to get an EICRTo get an EICR, book a qualified electrician to inspect and test your electrics and issue the report. Here is how the process works and what to prepare.How often does a rented property need an EICR?Landlords in England generally need an EICR at least every five years, or sooner if the last report says so. Here is how it works in practice.When should you get an EICR?Get an EICR before selling, when buying, before letting a property, and whenever the last report has run out. Here is how to time it.Do commercial properties need electrical safety certificates?Commercial premises have a legal duty to keep electrics safe, and an EICR is the usual way to prove it. Here is how it works for owners, landlords and tenants.Do I need to change my consumer unit?Not every consumer unit needs replacing, but old fuseboxes without residual current protection, or damaged units, usually do. Here is how to tell.What do EICR codes C1, C2, C3 and FI mean?EICR codes grade faults found in an installation: C1 is danger present, C2 potentially dangerous, C3 improvement recommended, FI further investigation needed.How Long Does an EICR Take?Most home EICRs take a few hours, but the number of circuits, property size and access all change it. Here is what affects the time and how to prepare.How Do You Choose a Reliable Electrician?Choose a reliable electrician by checking their registration, asking the right questions, comparing written quotes and watching for warning signs before work starts.