EICR testing
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for domestic, landlord, agent-managed, property management and commercial clients across Chepstow, Monmouthshire, Newport, Bristol and surrounding areas.
An EICR assesses the condition of an existing electrical installation and records observations where defects, damage, deterioration or non-compliances may affect safety. VLV Electrical Ltd approaches EICR testing as a structured inspection and reporting service, with clear documentation, careful limitations and practical next steps where remedial work or further investigation may be required.
An Electrical Installation Condition Report is not a quote or a guarantee that an installation will never develop faults. It is a formal inspection and testing report on the condition of an existing installation at the time of assessment, subject to the agreed extent and any limitations recorded.
Current VLV Electrical Ltd EICR pricing guide for standard domestic properties within VLV's normal service area. Prices are excluding VAT unless stated otherwise. Remedial works are not included in the EICR inspection price; if defects are identified, VLV can provide a separate remedial quotation. Larger properties, multiple consumer units, outbuildings, commercial areas, limited access, excessive circuit counts or unusual installations may require a bespoke quote. Final booking duration and price may vary depending on property size, circuit count, access and limitations. Submitting an enquiry does not create a confirmed booking or payment. VLV Electrical Ltd will review details before confirming the next step.
Observations are recorded against items identified during inspection and testing. They should be read in context with the report limitations, the age and condition of the installation, and the inspector's judgement. Classification depends on the condition found and should not be assumed from a generic example.
C1 means danger present and immediate remedial action is required. C2 means potentially dangerous and urgent remedial action is required. C3 means improvement recommended. FI means further investigation is advised or required to determine the condition of the installation. C1 and C2 observations normally result in an unsatisfactory EICR. C3 observations are improvement recommendations and do not normally make the report unsatisfactory on their own. Under BS 7671:2018+A4:2026, FI is clarified so that issuing an FI code should not automatically make the EICR unsatisfactory. During the transition period and depending on reporting software or client requirements, FI wording and outcome handling may vary. VLV will explain the report outcome, observations and recommended next steps clearly.
The inspection and testing route depends on the property and agreed extent, but typical checks may include consumer unit condition, circuit protection, earthing and bonding observations, RCD/RCBO protection, socket and lighting circuit checks, polarity, earth fault loop impedance or Zs readings, insulation resistance where tested, accessibility and limitations, visible deterioration, suitability of equipment for its environment, signs of overheating and visible fire-safety-related observations where relevant.
EICRs are not only about electric shock risk. Electrical installations are also reviewed with fire safety in mind where relevant, including containment, enclosure condition, cable support, thermal damage, visible fire-stopping concerns and premature cable collapse risks in the event of fire. Wiring systems should be suitably supported so they are not liable to premature collapse in the event of fire.
The report may be satisfactory or unsatisfactory. If it is unsatisfactory, remedial works or further investigation may be required. VLV Electrical Ltd can provide a separate remedial quotation where requested, subject to report review, access and property-specific assessment.
For an EICR enquiry, send the property type, number of bedrooms, approximate number of consumer units, whether the property is occupied or vacant, landlord or agent details where relevant, access information, preferred dates, postcode and any known electrical concerns. The pricing guide is based on standard domestic properties, and larger, multiple-board or unusual installations may require bespoke pricing.
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These answers are practical guidance only. Final scope, compliance wording and pricing must be reviewed by VLV Electrical Ltd.
It is a condition report. The outcome may be satisfactory or unsatisfactory depending on the observations recorded, classification codes and any further investigation required.
C3 observations are improvement recommendations and do not normally make the report unsatisfactory on their own. C1 and C2 observations normally result in an unsatisfactory EICR. FI should be reviewed carefully because further investigation may still be important depending on the observation and circumstances.
Yes, remedial work can be quoted separately where requested. Scope depends on the report findings, access, existing installation condition and any further investigation needed.
Some testing can require power isolation. VLV can discuss access, occupancy and practical disruption before attendance.
Only accessible parts can be inspected without additional work. Any limitations should be recorded on the report and considered when reviewing the outcome.
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A structured EICR enquiry form for gathering property, access and electrical setup details before VLV reviews the enquiry.
The detailed service-specific form sends the information VLV may need before reviewing the work.
Send the property type, postcode, access details and any previous report so VLV Electrical Ltd can review the correct inspection route.