You can call me Directly 

or 

Email me your details (name, address, address of the work site)

An estimate would be emailed over to you for your approval

The estimate would need to be accepted and a mutually suitable time and date would be agreed followed by a booking confirmation

Payment for the works would need to be taken this can be via bacs, over the phone card payment or chip and pin

The Electrical installation Condition Report would take place, the report would be emailed to you in electronic format with any estimates for the cost of remedial works if needed.

Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) states the condition of electrical installations in your property. An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is an official document that is generated after a qualified professional carries out an assessment of any electrical installation. 

All types of premises such as domestic, commercial or industrial require inspection with varying degrees of frequencies under the 18th Edition of BS7671. An EICR will pick up any potential problem before it can become a serious, or even hazardous.

EICR inspection and tests typically consists of:

Visual inspection

Dead testing

Live testing

During an EICR, the inspector may make a number of electrical observations and will give each one a recommendation code C1, C2, C3 or FI. The observations describe a defect or omission within the electrical installation. 

C1- which means that danger is present, a likely risk of injury- Action is required immediately

C2- which means potential danger is there- Urgent action is needed

C3- Improvements are recommended- if this code appears then ECIR is still deemed positive

FI- Further investigation- is a deficiency that could not be fully identified

After remedial action is carried out in the cases with C1, C2 and FI, another ECIR is generated to reassure that all the required work is done.

All electrical installations deteriorate over time due to a number of factors such as wear, tear, damage, corrosion, age and excessive electrical overloading.

They should therefore be inspected and tested at regular intervals to ensure they are in a satisfactory serviceable condition for continued use.

The Periodic Inspection and Testing procedure for most electrical installations is by means of conducting an Electrical Installation Condition Report. Any deficiencies found should be made good for continued safe use of the electrical installation. Once completed you will be issued with an satisfactory Electrical Condition Report (EICR).

A periodic inspection will:

Reveal if any of your electrical circuits or equipment are overloaded

Find any potential electric shock risks and fire hazards

Identify any defective electrical work

Highlight any lack of earthing or bonding 

Assess the serviceability of switches, sockets and lighting fittings 

Bring attention to presence of inadequate identification and notices

Evaluate extent of any wear and tear, damage or other deterioration

Review changes in the use of the premises that have led to, or may lead to, unsafe conditions

Look at the suitability of control gear. For example, an old fuse box with a wooden back, cast-iron switches, or a mixture of both will need replacing

Look to confirm sockets that may be used to supply portable electrical equipment for use outdoors, making sure they are protected by a suitable residual current device (RCD)

An examination of the wiring and fixed electrical equipment to check that they are safe. A schedule of circuits is also provided, which is invaluable for a property.

A visual inspection is way of assessing the damage or defects through visible signs. Sockets, plugs, light fittings, extension leads, earthing and bonding can be inspected visually. 

If your electrical system or installation has any defect, damage or signs of wear and tear, then it is first revealed in visual electrical inspection on your electrical wiring system.

We use the current BS7671 electrical safety standard to determine if the electrical installations are up to the mark.

A visual inspection does not involve any circuit testing and therefore cannot ascertain on its own the safety of any installation for future use. 

However visual inspections are very useful for interim period checks between appliance testing regimes to ensure that the installation remains in “Safe-to-use” mode.

An annual visual inspection checks the following aspects:

• Plug and socket condition (crack, discoloration or burn mark)
• Overload, if any, on socket outlets
• Bathroom electrical outlets- distance must be at least 3 meters from the edge of a bath or shower cubicle
• Heaters or boilers must be permanently wired, should not be portable or free standing
• Damage to any electrical leads 
• Working condition of all the electrical appliances
• Extensions leads usage

As Landlord / Landlady, if you are renting out a property, it is your responsibility to make sure that it's safe. You have a duty of care to your tenants although it is not a legal requirement to have an EICR many insurance companies will insist on one being in place. This highlights the use of safe electrical equipment at all times including not only white goods such as washing machines and ovens but also consumer units and light switches.

Most Landlords / Landladies do not have the required level of competence or skill with electrical installations. At this stage the assistance of an electrically competent person is needed.

At 786 Electricals Ltd in Leicester, we provide electrical safety certificates to Landlords / Landladies this is a great way of show good property investment ethics and due diligence when it comes to electrical safety.

Moreover, according to the current national statistics, electrocution and fatal electrical burns were a direct cause of death for over 22 people in 2010. Number of accidental fires in homes also is 20403, which is a sadly worrying issue indeed. That is why EICR requirements put the onus on landlords to provide safe and working electrical equipment, respond regularly to repairs and maintenance issues.

This is why at 786 Electricals Ltd seeks to promote integrity and high levels of ethics and high standards we always recommend having and in date EICR covering the property. 

The Electricity at Work Regulations came into force in 1989 which clarifies the need for safe maintenance of electrical systems. While there has always been a requirement to satisfy Health & Safety legislation, it is now more stressed upon. Test data results can form a major part of your defence should an accident occur which leads to prosecution.

In most cases, insurance companies are increasingly insisting on Inspection and testing of all the electrical systems on a regular basis. If an avoidable accident happens, then under the law, if found guilty of neglecting the testing and inspections, then you will be deemed to have committed a criminal offence. 

Insurance companies do not pay fines or compensation suffered resulting from a criminal offence.

Insurance company visiting inspectors may not necessarily point out the need for electrical safety, especially if they are other issues. But even when testing is not specifically demanded, it is a legal requirement to comply with the electrical safety standards set out by The Health and Safety Act 1974, the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the IEE Wiring Regulations 18th Edition.

• We are compliant with the Electricity at Work Regulations and BS7671: 2008 (IEE Wiring Regulations).

• Our professional team will take all safety measures and ensure no installation is damaged providing your complete peace of mind. 

• We provide regular maintenance service in the high-risk areas. 

• We can identify the faults and help you prevent costly repairs.

• We can help you maintain safe workplace environment.

• We provide electronic circuit charts that are emailed to you

• We store the electronic reports safely

• We recruit our staff directly and all our engineers are fully uniformed

• We provide accurate estimations on all our services

• Flexible services offered

• We are fully complaint with current BS7671 standards and all associated codes of practice

• We are Alcumus SafeContractor compliant and are Part P registered

We understand the constraints of manufacturing environments, with our experience we arrange for the live tests during the regular time and schedule the dead testing during various opportune times such as holidays, breakdowns, process changes, cleaning or maintenance stoppages, shift changes or weekends.

This all depends on the lease agreement and tenancy agreement you have. I would recommend that you seek legal advise. 

As per the IEE Regulations, if you already have previous full system records, the installation is considered to be in excellent condition, then you can rely only on sample testing. Also if no faults are found during the sample testing and if no undocumented alterations have been carried out since the last test or installation, then it is compliant. However, for a vast majority of the cases, these conditions may not hold true, which makes full inspection and testing of electrical systems necessary.

Square footage and the circuit numbers do not have any real correlation with each other and therefore prove to be an inaccurate reflection on the amount of work involved. Engineers who are paid on the basis of an amount per square foot often are put under pressure to skimp on tests in high circuit density areas because they would be racing to achieve higher square footage coverage.

That is why it is our policy to use circuit numbers as a measure of the work and the cost involved.

Needless to say, maintaining a safe electrical system is a legal requirement in the UK.  If an avoidable accident happens, it could lead to potential hazard to life and property, it might also lead to prosecution of the property owners. The damage may not be covered by insurance.

The cost of remedial work, in most cases, is not too expensive because we make sure that we identify faults accurately. In many cases, the major causes could be due to earthing deficiencies which are inexpensive to remedy but potentially dangerous if ignored.The cost of remedial work, in most cases, is not too expensive because we make sure that we identify faults accurately. In many cases, the major causes could be due to earthing deficiencies which are inexpensive to remedy but potentially dangerous if ignored.

If you already have previous full system records, the installation is considered to be in excellent condition, then you can rely only on sample testing. As per IEE Regulations, if no faults are found during the sample testing and if no undocumented alterations have been carried out since the last test or installation, then it is compliant. However, for a vast majority of the cases, these conditions may not hold true, which makes full inspection and testing of electrical systems necessary.

There are five types of earthing systems, according to the British Standards BS 7671

TN-S, TN-C-S, TT, TN-C, and IT

Where T = Earth (from the French word Terre) 

N = Neutral 

S = Separate

C = Combined 

I = Isolated (The source of an IT system is either connected to earth through a deliberately introduced earthing impedance or is isolated from Earth. 

Portable Appliance Testing or PAT testing is a check performed on electrical appliances to ensure their safety. This test must be performed by qualified and competent electrician. There are several aspects in PAT testing such as visual inspection, specialist device check on polarity, insulation and more.

 Although there is no legal requirement at the moment for private landlords to carry out PAT testing on electrical appliances in their properties, it is considered a best practice. However, for HMO landlords, annual PAT tests are compulsory for all electrical appliances.

PAT testing is carried out on basically anything with a plug, this includes washing machines, electrical cookers, ovens, hobs even electrical cable extensions.

PAT testing provides an extra layer of reassurance and also provides an audit trail if anything goes wrong.

PAT testing engineer carries out the following activities:

• Visual inspection: each appliance or piece of equipment for any damage

• Device test: For polarity

• Test residual current devices

• Earth loop tests on randomly chosen sockets

• Check protective bonding conductors

• Safety assessment report: for each appliance or device

• Schedule test for the next PAT

PAT testing can be done on an annual basis or whenever there is change in tenancy.

Electrical appliances such as fridge and washing machine needs to be PAT tested separated. Our price in £5.00 per appliance.

Separate PAT testing up to 10 items - £50+VAT

The Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015 came into force on 1st October 2015. These regulations require a smoke alarm to be installed on every storey of a property used as accomodation. A carbon monoxide alarm must be installed in any room which is used as accomodation and has something which could emit carbon monoxide.

Private sector landlords were required from 1st October 2015 to have at least one smoke alarm installed on every storey of their properties and a carbon monoxide alarm in any room containing something which may emit carbon monoxide. After that, the landlord must make sure the alarms are in working order at the start of each new tenancy.

The requirements are enforced by local authorities who can impose a fine of up to £5,000 where a landlord fails to comply with a remedial notice.

Find out more here.

Undertaking your electrical installation inspection and testing is the first step to compliance. You will receive your electrical installation condition report (EICR) as well as a remedial quote that will outline every defect with a code categorising the severity of each defect. Outlined below is the system used as specified by the British Standard (BS 7671: 2015, Amendment 3):

Danger present’ the safety of those using the installation at risk and it is recommended that a competent person undertakes the necessary remedial work immediately.

‘Potentially dangerous’ the safety of those using the installation be at risk and it is recommended that a competent person undertakes the necessary remedial as a matter of urgency.

‘Requires improvement’ but not unsatisfactory.

Having your electrics tested and inspected is a requirement of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and Electricity at Work Regulations 1989. As the duty holder, this is not where your responsibility ends.

When defects have been identified that are dangerous or potentially dangerous, remedial repairs need to take place straight away to make sure that all occupants are protected from danger and equally as important that you, the employer have completed the essential repairs to ensure the installation is compliant.

Electrical testing – also called periodic inspection and testing, fixed wire testing or electrical installation conditioning report (EICR) –  is a significant part of any companies Health & Safety procedure. Additionally, many insurance companies demand their clients to undertake periodic electrical testing.

The frequency of testing is determined by the use of any given building, and should be undertaken by a competent person, ideally by companies registered with electrical regulatory bodies such as NICEIC or the ECA. The process is finalised when a business receives a valid Electrical Installation Condition Report.

Maximum period 5 years between inspections and testing:

Commercial

Offices

Shops

Hospitals

Educational establishments

Restaurants and hotels

Public Houses

Maximum period 3 years between inspections and testing:

Who does it apply to?

All commercial, industrial and retail environments, and where the premises are available to the public.

What is it?

A regime to periodically examine and test all electrical installations, and to recognise any deficiencies and safety problems against current statutory H&S documents, relevant British Standards and Codes of Practice.

Our engineer’s inspection will disclose any overloaded circuits or equipment, discover any shock risks or fire threats, spot defective electrical work, expose lack of circuit protective conductor or bonding, and give an overview of the installation.

Why do I need it?

Defective fixed electrical installations present a risk of death through fires and electric shocks. Ensuring that all your electricals are in good working order is essential to maintain a safe environment.

All your electrical equipment and installation will require maintenance and checking at some stage in its life to stay compliant. This depends on the regulations for each different type of equipment. Each type of electrical equipment requires a specific timing for the inspections. For example, some equipment may need to be checked more regularly than others such as every six months rather than annually.

Because safety matters!  It helps you comply to your requirements as duty holders, and it goes towards helping you adhere to legislation but more importantly you get your electrics tested to keep you all safe and sound. Free from the danger that electrics present, danger from shock and burns, from fire or heat arising from defective installations and to ensure that there has been no damage or deterioration that may impair safety.

Yes! Please visit our services page to read more detail into the regulations that apply to each service as each service has different regulations. You will find that you must abide by The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, Health and Safety 1974 and various other laws.

Electrical installations should be checked often enough that there is little chance of decline in quality which could develop into danger. Any part of an installation that has become clearly flawed between tests should be disconnected until the fault can be corrected.

You should have your electrical installation examined and tested by a person or company who has the capability to do the tests.

Getting your electrical equipment and installation tested is highly recommended as it increases the safety of the people within the building and the building itself. It provides you with peace of mind that everything is safe and allows you to be ensured that you are likely to be benefiting financially from failures in equipment that may be costly. Furthermore, your corporate image will improve through abiding my all the regulations associated with electrical testing.

This is possible; however, it depends on which services are carried out during the visit and the condition of the electrical circuits and appliances that are being serviced. For example, a faulty wire that is being repaired may require the electrics being turned off. Our engineers are aware that businesses need to run as normal, therefore they will try and prevent disruption wherever they can.

It is generally recommended that an EICR is carried out every ten years (five for privately rented properties) or when there is a change of occupancy in a dwelling. Typically an EICR will take around 3-4 hours to complete, depending on the size of a property and the number of circuits requiring testing.

Only registered electricians should carry out an EICR. You can search for a registered electrical contractor in your area by simply visiting

niceic.com or elecsa.co.uk and typing in your postcode.

Landlords are required by law to ensure that the electrical

installation in a rented property is safe when tenants move in and

maintained in a safe condition throughout its duration.

If the property is a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) a periodic

inspection must be carried out every five years.

If the property is not an HMO, a landlord is not legally obliged to do

this (except in Scotland where it became law on December 1, 2015)

However, we recommend that a landlord should have a periodic

inspection and test carried out by a registered electrician on rental

properties at least every five years.

Any appliance provided should also be safe and has at least the CE

marking (which is the manufacturer’s claim that it meets all the

requirements of European law).

To meet these requirements a landlord will need to regularly carry

out basic safety checks to ensure that the electrical installation and

appliances are safe and working.

TrustMark is the Government Endorsed Quality Scheme covering any kind of work a consumer chooses to have carried out in or around their home.

A TrustMark Registered Business is a thoroughly vetted organisation. Such businesses meet the required standards and have a considerable commitment to good customer service, technical competence and trading practices.

https://www.trustmark.org.uk/

NAPIT is one of the leading Government approved and United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) accredited membership scheme operators in the building services and fabric sector. There are currently more than 10,000 NAPIT registered installers in the electrical, heating, plumbing and other sectors across the UK domestic, commercial and industrial markets.

For more details about NAPIT, https://www.napit.org.uk/

Competent Person Schemes (CPS) were introduced by the UK Government to allow individuals and enterprises to self-certify that their work complies with the Building Regulations as an alternative to submitting a building notice or using an approved inspector.

For more about the competent persons register,  https://competentperson.co.uk/

Alcumus is the UK’s market-leading provider of technology led compliance and risk management solutions. They help organisations be safer, healthier and stronger by building responsible and practical solutions into the heart of their culture. For more information about Alcumus, follow the link, https://www.alcumusgroup.com/

Three Best Rated is an organisation that finds the best 3 local businesses in any trade. They have a 50-Point Inspection to check business's reputation, history, complaints, ratings, proximity, satisfaction, trust, cost, general excellence, reviews, and more.  

It is an honour to mention that we stand among the 3 best rates electricians in Leicester.

https://threebestrated.co.uk/electricians-in-leicester

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is the sole national accreditation body recognised by the British government to assess the competence of organisations that provide certification, testing, inspection and calibration services. For more information about UKAS, follow, https://www.ukas.com/Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.

Part P of the building regulations is introduced by the UK government in 2005. Part P states that anyone carrying out electrical installation work in a home must make sure that the work is designed and installed to protect people from fire and electric shocks. Read more about Part P and the legislation, https://www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/find-an-electrician/part-p/