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North Somerset · Clevedon Based

EICR
Electrical Safety Inspections
Clevedon and North Somerset

Electrical Installation Condition Reports carried out across North Somerset — Clevedon, Portishead, Nailsea, Yatton, Congresbury and surrounding areas. Legally required every five years for all private rental properties. Written report issued within 24 hours. Landlords, homebuyers, and homeowners welcome.

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Part P Certified
Report Within 24hrs
Landlord Compliant
Based in Clevedon
No Travel Surcharge
Base
Clevedon, North Somerset
Walton Road, BS21 6AN
Report Turnaround
Within 24 Hours
Written EICR issued same or next day
Legal Requirement
Every 5 Years
For all private rental properties in England
Coverage
All of North Somerset
No travel surcharge across the area
Understanding EICRs

What is an Electrical Installation Condition Report?

An EICR — Electrical Installation Condition Report — is a formal inspection and test of the fixed electrical installation in a property. This covers everything that is permanently wired in: the consumer unit (fuse board), all circuits, wiring throughout the property, sockets, switches, light fittings, and the earthing and bonding arrangements.

The inspection is carried out by a qualified electrician who tests each circuit and visually inspects all accessible parts of the installation. Any issues found are recorded and categorised by severity using a standard code system — C1, C2, C3, and FI — explained in detail below. The result is a written report that states whether the installation is satisfactory for continued use or requires remedial work.

An EICR does not cover portable appliances (that is PAT testing, a separate process), gas installations, or the fabric of the building. It is specifically a report on the condition of the fixed electrical installation as it exists at the time of inspection.

In North Somerset — where a significant proportion of the housing stock dates from the 1950s through to the 1980s — EICRs frequently identify consumer units that are non-compliant with current standards, wiring that is approaching the end of its design life, and earthing arrangements that fall short of current requirements. Identifying these issues in a written, documented report is the starting point for any remedial work.

What the inspection covers
✓
Consumer UnitCondition, casing type (metal or plastic), protection devices, labelling, surge protection, and available capacity.
✓
All Fixed CircuitsContinuity, insulation resistance, polarity, and earth fault loop impedance on every circuit in the property.
✓
Sockets & SwitchesCondition, polarity, earthing, and presence of appropriate protection in kitchen and bathroom locations.
✓
Earthing & BondingMain protective earthing conductor, main equipotential bonding to gas and water services, and supplementary bonding in bathrooms.
✓
RCD ProtectionCorrect operation of all RCDs and RCBOs by trip time and current testing.
✓
Visual InspectionAll accessible wiring, trunking, conduit, and enclosures checked for damage, deterioration, or non-compliant installations.
✓
Outdoor InstallationsAny external circuits, outbuilding supplies, EV charger connections, and outdoor sockets included within the scope.
Understanding EICR classification codes
C1
Danger Present
Risk of injury exists. The issue poses an immediate danger and should be made safe without delay. The report will be classified as unsatisfactory.
Action required immediately
C2
Potentially Dangerous
Not an immediate danger, but requires remedial work. Left unaddressed, the issue could become dangerous. Report classified as unsatisfactory.
Action required urgently
C3
Improvement Recommended
Does not meet current standards but no immediate safety risk. The report can still be classified as satisfactory. Remedial work is advisable at the next available opportunity.
No immediate action required
FI
Further Investigation
A potential issue was identified that could not be fully assessed during the inspection. Further investigation is required to determine the severity and whether remedial action is needed.
Investigation required

A satisfactory EICR can contain C3 and FI codes. Only C1 and C2 codes cause the report to be classified as unsatisfactory, which triggers a requirement for remedial work within a defined timeframe.

Who needs an EICR

An EICR is Relevant Across Three Groups

Different people need an EICR for different reasons. The legal requirement, the risk profile, and the recommended frequency all vary depending on your situation.

Legal requirement · Every 5 years
Private Landlords
The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 make EICRs mandatory for all private landlords. Non-compliance carries serious consequences.
  • Required every 5 years or at each change of tenancy if sooner
  • Copy must be provided to each tenant within 28 days of inspection
  • Copy must be provided to prospective tenants before they occupy
  • Copy must be provided to local authority within 7 days if requested
  • Fines of up to £30,000 for non-compliance
  • Can affect ability to serve a valid Section 21 notice
  • Landlords must arrange remedial C1/C2 work within 28 days
Pre-purchase · Peace of mind
Homebuyers
A standard homebuyer's survey does not include a detailed electrical inspection. An EICR before exchange of contracts can reveal issues that affect the price negotiation or require budget for remedial work.
  • Identifies C1/C2 issues that the seller may be required to remedy
  • Reveals the age and condition of the consumer unit
  • Confirms whether the installation has been previously certified
  • Useful for insurance purposes in older properties
  • Provides a baseline for any planned electrical additions post-purchase
  • Particularly valuable for pre-1970s properties in Clevedon and Portishead
Recommended · Every 10 years
Homeowners
There is no legal requirement for owner-occupiers to have an EICR, but the IET recommends an inspection every 10 years. Certain situations make an inspection particularly advisable.
  • Property not inspected for over 10 years
  • Moving into a property with no electrical history
  • Planning significant electrical additions — EV charger, extension
  • Following any flooding, fire, or significant building work
  • Consumer unit is over 25 years old
  • Remortgaging — some lenders now require a valid EICR
  • Preparing the property for sale
Landlord legal requirements · England

What the Law Requires from North Somerset Landlords

The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 came into force for new tenancies from 1 July 2020 and for all existing tenancies from 1 April 2021. Every private landlord in England — including those with properties in Clevedon, Portishead, Nailsea, and across North Somerset — is subject to these requirements.

The regulations require that all electrical installations in privately rented properties are inspected and tested by a qualified person at intervals of no more than five years. The resulting report — the EICR — must be in the prescribed form, use the correct classification codes, and be provided to tenants and the local authority on request.

Where a report identifies C1 or C2 issues, the landlord must arrange for remedial work to be carried out and completed within 28 days of the inspection (or sooner if the report specifies a shorter period). Written confirmation that the work has been carried out must then be provided to tenants and retained.

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Landlord obligations — step by step
01 Commission an EICR every 5 years
Must be carried out by a qualified person. The report must use the standard classification codes and confirm the installation is in a satisfactory condition or specify required work.
02 Provide a copy to existing tenants within 28 days
Every tenant currently in the property must receive a copy within 28 days of the inspection being carried out.
03 Provide a copy to new tenants before occupation
Prospective tenants must receive a copy of the most recent EICR before they move in. This applies regardless of how recently the inspection was carried out.
04 Provide a copy to the local authority within 7 days if requested
North Somerset Council can request a copy of the EICR and any subsequent remedial work confirmation. This must be provided within 7 days.
05 Arrange C1 and C2 remedial work within 28 days
Where the report identifies C1 (danger present) or C2 (potentially dangerous) issues, remedial work must be completed within 28 days and written confirmation provided to tenants.
06 Retain a copy of the EICR
The landlord must keep a copy of every EICR until the next inspection. The report should be kept securely as evidence of compliance.
How it works

The EICR Process — Step by Step

01
Get a Quote
Send a WhatsApp or use the estimate form with details of the property — number of bedrooms, approximate age of the installation, and your location in North Somerset. A price is provided the same day in most cases.
02
Book the Inspection
A date is agreed that works for you and your tenant. Access to all rooms, the consumer unit, and the meter is required throughout the inspection. Most domestic EICRs take 3 to 4 hours for a standard 3-bedroom property.
03
Inspection Carried Out
Every circuit is tested and all accessible parts of the installation are visually inspected. Any issues found are noted and classified. Where safe to do so, any C3 issues are explained to you on the day.
04
Written Report Issued
The formal EICR document is issued within 24 hours of the inspection. It can be sent directly to your tenant, your letting agent, or retained by you. If remedial work is required, a separate quote is provided.
EICRs across North Somerset

What EICRs Typically Find in North Somerset Properties

North Somerset has a diverse housing stock and the findings of EICRs across the district reflect that variety. Understanding what is commonly found in different property types helps set realistic expectations before the inspection.

In Clevedon, the Victorian and Edwardian terraces around the old town and Marine Parade often present the most complex inspection findings — wiring that predates modern insulation standards, early consumer unit designs, and in some cases the complete absence of RCD protection. These properties are not necessarily dangerous, but they often carry C3 codes for the absence of certain current-standard protections, and occasionally C2 codes where earthing arrangements are inadequate.

In Nailsea, Yatton, and Congresbury — where much of the housing stock dates from the 1970s and 1980s — EICRs frequently find plastic-cased consumer units (non-compliant since 2016) and installations with shared RCD protection across multiple circuits rather than individual RCBOs. These are common C3 findings that result in a satisfactory report, but which are worth addressing before adding any new circuits.

In Portishead, the original town carries similar findings to Clevedon, while the marina properties — largely built in the 1990s and early 2000s — are now approaching 25 to 30 years old. EICRs on marina properties increasingly find consumer units that are adequate but at or near capacity, and original wiring that is reaching the recommended inspection interval regardless of apparent condition.

Rural properties across North Somerset — in villages like Kenn, Kingston Seymour, Tickenham, and Wraxall — sometimes present the most varied findings of all. Older farmhouses and converted properties can have wiring from multiple different eras, outbuilding supplies that were installed informally, and earthing arrangements that have never been properly documented. An EICR on a rural property is often as much about understanding what is there as it is about identifying faults.

Common EICR findings by area
C
Victorian & Edwardian properties (Clevedon old town, Portishead)Absence of RCD protection, older consumer unit designs, inadequate earthing — C2 or C3 depending on severity.
C
1970s–80s estates (Nailsea, Yatton, Congresbury)Plastic-cased consumer units (C3), shared RCD protection (C3), limited spare capacity.
C
1990s–2000s new builds (Portishead marina)Consumer units approaching end of specification life, limited capacity for EV charger addition.
C
Rural properties (Kenn, Tickenham, Wraxall)Mixed-era wiring, informal outbuilding supplies, undocumented modifications — FI codes common.
Coverage area

EICRs Across Clevedon & North Somerset

Clevedon Electric is based in Clevedon, BS21, and carries out EICRs across North Somerset without any travel surcharge. All locations listed are covered at the same price as Clevedon.

Landlords with multiple properties across different North Somerset locations are welcome to get in touch to discuss scheduling. Multiple inspections in a day or on consecutive days can often be arranged to keep disruption to tenants to a minimum.

The written report is issued within 24 hours of the inspection and can be sent directly to your letting agent, your tenant, or retained by you. If the report identifies C1 or C2 issues and you require a separate quote for remedial work, this is provided alongside the report.

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Clevedon
BS21
Our base
Nailsea
BS48
10 min
Portishead
BS20
15 min
Backwell
BS48
12 min
Yatton
BS49
12 min
Congresbury
BS49
15 min
Tickenham
BS21
8 min
Kenn
BS21
7 min
Kingston Seymour
BS21
10 min
Walton-in-Gordano
BS20
12 min
Wraxall
BS48
14 min
Failand
BS8
18 min
Claverham
BS49
12 min
Portbury & Pill
BS20
15–18 min

EICR Questions Answered

Anything not covered here — get in touch directly. A straight answer, usually the same day.

07758 159451
What is an EICR and what does it cover?+
An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is a formal inspection and test of the fixed electrical installation in a property — the wiring, consumer unit, sockets, switches, and earthing and bonding arrangements. It does not cover portable appliances (that is PAT testing), gas installations, or the building fabric. The result is a written report with any issues classified using standard codes (C1, C2, C3, FI) and a conclusion of satisfactory or unsatisfactory for continued use.
Is an EICR a legal requirement for landlords in North Somerset?+
Yes. The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 require all private landlords to have a valid EICR for every rental property, inspected every five years or at each change of tenancy. A copy must be provided to tenants within 28 days and to North Somerset Council within 7 days if requested. Non-compliance can result in a civil penalty of up to £30,000 and can affect the validity of Section 21 notices.
How much does an EICR cost in North Somerset?+
EICR pricing depends primarily on the size of the property and the number of circuits. A 1 or 2-bedroom flat typically takes less time to inspect than a 4 or 5-bedroom house with multiple outbuilding supplies. Get in touch with the property details — number of bedrooms, approximate age of the installation, and address — and a price will be provided the same day. No travel surcharge is applied to any North Somerset location.
How long does an EICR take?+
For a typical 3-bedroom domestic property, an EICR takes between 3 and 4 hours. Smaller properties such as 1 or 2-bedroom flats may take 2 to 3 hours. Larger properties, or those with more complex installations such as outbuilding supplies, additional consumer units, or wiring from multiple different eras, take correspondingly longer. Access to all rooms, the consumer unit, and the meter is required throughout, so tenants should be informed in advance.
What do the EICR codes C1, C2, C3 and FI mean?+
C1 (Danger present) — an immediate risk exists and the issue should be made safe immediately. The report is classified as unsatisfactory. C2 (Potentially dangerous) — not an immediate danger but requires remedial work before the next inspection. Report classified as unsatisfactory. C3 (Improvement recommended) — does not meet current standards but no immediate safety risk. The report can still be classified as satisfactory with C3 codes. FI (Further investigation required) — a potential issue was identified that requires further assessment. A satisfactory report can contain C3 and FI codes. Only C1 and C2 make a report unsatisfactory.
My EICR came back unsatisfactory — what happens next?+
An unsatisfactory EICR means the report contains C1 (danger present) or C2 (potentially dangerous) codes. As a landlord, you are legally required to arrange for remedial work to be completed within 28 days of the inspection, or within any shorter period specified in the report for C1 issues. Once the remedial work is completed, written confirmation must be provided to all tenants. A separate quote for any required remedial work is provided alongside the EICR report so you can act on it immediately.
Can the same electrician who does the EICR carry out the remedial work?+
Yes, and this is often the most efficient approach. Having the same person who identified the issues carry out the remedial work means no time is spent re-explaining the findings or re-inspecting the installation. For C1 and C2 issues that need to be resolved within 28 days, being able to quote and schedule the remedial work immediately after the EICR is a practical advantage. The remedial work is quoted separately from the EICR inspection.
How quickly will I receive the written EICR report?+
The written EICR document is issued within 24 hours of the inspection in the vast majority of cases. It can be sent by email directly to you, your letting agent, or your tenant — wherever it needs to go. For landlords who need to comply quickly with a new tenancy start date, same-day turnaround can often be accommodated — get in touch to discuss if this is required.
Do I need an EICR to sell my house in North Somerset?+
There is no legal requirement to have an EICR in order to sell a residential property in England. However, buyers and their solicitors increasingly request electrical documentation as part of the conveyancing process — particularly for older properties. Having a valid, satisfactory EICR removes a potential sticking point in the sale and gives buyers confidence. For properties in Clevedon and Portishead where older wiring is common, an EICR before marketing can help avoid delays at the conveyancing stage.
My property has a plastic consumer unit — will this fail the EICR?+
Not automatically. A plastic-cased consumer unit is classified as a C3 (improvement recommended) on an EICR — not a C1 or C2. This means the report can still be classified as satisfactory overall. The current regulations (BS 7671 and Building Regulations Part P) require metal consumer units on any new installation or replacement, but existing plastic units that are otherwise in satisfactory condition are not classified as immediately dangerous. The C3 code indicates it should be addressed at the next available opportunity — typically when the consumer unit reaches end of life or when other significant electrical work is planned.
How often should a homeowner have an EICR?+
The IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) recommends an EICR every 10 years for owner-occupied domestic properties. This is a recommendation rather than a legal requirement. However, certain circumstances make an earlier inspection advisable: moving into a property with no electrical records, installing an EV charger or other significant new circuit, following any flooding or fire, or where the consumer unit is over 25 years old. Some mortgage lenders and insurers are also beginning to require valid EICRs for older properties.
Can you carry out an EICR on a property with tenants in situ?+
Yes. The majority of EICRs for landlords are carried out with tenants in the property. The tenant needs to be present or to have given access, and needs to be available to allow entry to all rooms throughout the inspection. The power to the property will need to be off for parts of the testing process — typically for the circuit testing — which should be discussed with the tenant in advance. For most properties this is a matter of minutes per circuit rather than hours without power.
Do you cover EICRs for HMOs in North Somerset?+
Yes. HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation) in North Somerset are covered. HMOs are subject to the same 5-year EICR requirement as standard rental properties under the 2020 regulations, and may have additional requirements under their HMO licence conditions. HMOs typically have more circuits than a standard rental property — additional kitchen circuits, individual room supplies, and communal area lighting — which means the inspection takes longer and the price reflects the additional complexity. Get in touch with details of the property for a quote.

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Send a message or WhatsApp with the property details — number of bedrooms, approximate age of the installation, and location. A price is provided the same day. Report issued within 24 hours of inspection.

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