EICR Electrical Safety Inspections in Bristol

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a thorough inspection and test of the fixed wiring in a property. Carried out by a qualified electrician, the report assesses whether the electrical installation is safe, identifies any defects or deterioration, and confirms whether the system meets the requirements of the current edition of BS 7671 — the UK Wiring Regulations.

During an EICR, we test every circuit in the property — from the incoming supply and consumer unit through to every socket, switch, and light fitting. We check the condition of cables, the effectiveness of earthing and bonding, and the operation of protective devices such as RCDs and circuit breakers. The report classifies any observations using a standardised coding system: C1 indicates danger is present and requires immediate action, C2 means the defect is potentially dangerous, C3 flags improvement recommendations, and FI calls for further investigation.

For landlords in England, an EICR is a legal requirement under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020. A valid report must be in place before a new tenancy begins and renewed at least every 5 years. From 2025/26, these requirements are being extended to registered social housing providers under the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023, bringing housing association and council-owned properties in line with the private rented sector. For homeowners, an EICR is recommended every 10 years — or more frequently for older properties. Whatever your situation, MB Electrical provides fast, professional EICR inspections across Bristol, with same-week availability and a quick turnaround on reports.

MB Electrical holds NICEIC Approved Contractor status — the highest tier of NICEIC accreditation. Unlike the Domestic Installer scheme held by many electricians, Approved Contractor status requires regular assessment of competence across domestic, commercial, and industrial electrical work, giving you confidence that every job meets the highest professional standards.