As a landlord in England, you have a number of legal responsibilities and staying on top of them can be a major challenge, especially if you have a multi-property portfolio. One of the most important and most enforced is having a valid Electrical Installation Condition Report, known as an EICR. You need a valid EICR for each rental property since the introduction of the Electrical Safety Standards in Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020.
The regulations state that landlords in England have to have an electrical inspection of each rental property. This invoices an inspection and test by a qualified electrician and needs to be carried out every five years. EICRs are also required should a new tenant move into an existing property, should the certificate be more than five years. Once the property has been inspected and certified, it's the landlords responsibility to provide the existing tenants with a copy of the EICR within twenty eight days, or to new tenants prior to moving in. It is just as important to ensure that a copy is provided to the local authorities if they request it.
In the event the EICR identifies any issues seen as urgent or recommending immediate work, the landlord is to have this work completed within twenty eight days, or sooner should the report provide a shorter time scale due to urgency. Once the work is completed, written confirmation must be provided to the tenant and local authority. It is important to note that your local authority does have the power to arrange any work themselves and recover the costs from the landlord, should you not meet these obligations. This can also result in a penalty of up to £30,000 should you not comply.
At the same time, as a landlord, you want to ensure your tenants are safe and the electrical installation in your property is safe. The EICR provides you with peace of mind that your electrical installation has been professionally assessed and any risks have been identified and sorted out.
An EICR is nice to have, but it is also a legal requirement for landlords throughout England. Whether you rent out an apartment in Leeds, a house in Bradford, or you own multiple rental properties throughout West Yorkshire, RJB Electric Ltd is on hand to assist, ensuring your properties are compliant. Our qualified team of professional electricians provide comprehensive and certified EICRs, along with managing any issues identified. We provide fast response times and competitive prices. Get in touch with our team today and arrange your certification without delay.
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