EICR testing in Lydgate
EICR testing in Lydgate for landlords letting a property for the first time, homeowners due a check and anyone told to re-test early. We travel from Lees to Lydgate to inspect, test and report on your electrics.
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Your EICR testing in Lydgate
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Letting a property for the first time
Before the first tenant moves in, you need a satisfactory EICR. If the property was your own home, it may not have been tested for years, so allow time for any remedial work. Booking early in Lydgate means the report won't hold up the start of the tenancy.
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When a shorter interval is recommended
The inspector can recommend the next test sooner than the usual 5 or 10 years, for example if the installation is older or has a lot of wear. For a rented home, the regulations say you must follow the shorter interval if one is given on the report.
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Understanding limitations
Sometimes parts of an installation can't be inspected, such as cables under fixed flooring or circuits that can't be switched off. These are listed as limitations on the report. It's worth reading them, because they show what wasn't covered by the inspection.
Booking EICR testing in Lydgate
We cover Lydgate from our base in Lees. When you book, let us know whether the property is empty, lived in or let, as that affects how we plan access. For empty properties, we can collect keys from you or your agent.
We inspect and test the installation, then write up the report with a code for each issue and the date the next test is due. If the result is unsatisfactory, you get a free quote for the remedial work and written confirmation once it's complete.
Things to tell us
- Whether the property is empty or let
- Who will provide access
- The date of the last report
- Any areas that are hard to reach
- When your tenancy is due to start
How it works
Call or send a message
Tell us what's wrong or what you need doing. For urgent faults we offer a same day response.
We visit and quote
There's no call-out charge. We look at the job and give you a free quote before any work begins.
Done, tested and certified
We finish the work, test it and leave you with the right certificate for the job.
EICR testing in Lydgate: your questions
Do I need an EICR before letting my Lydgate house?
Yes. Private landlords in England must have the electrical installation inspected and tested before a new tenancy starts, and give the tenant a copy of the report. If the report is unsatisfactory, the remedial work must be done within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so.
Can you do an EICR on an empty property in Lydgate?
Yes. Empty properties are often easier to test because rooms are clear. We can arrange to collect the keys from you or your letting agent. The power needs to be on for the inspection, so check the supply is connected before we visit.
Why does my Lydgate EICR say to re-test sooner than 5 years?
The inspector sets the next test date based on the condition of the installation. Older wiring, signs of wear or heavy use can mean a shorter interval. If the property is rented, you need to follow that date rather than the usual 5 years.
What does 'limitations' mean on my Lydgate EICR?
Limitations are parts of the installation the inspector couldn't fully check, such as hidden cables or areas that couldn't be reached. They're agreed or noted on the report. They don't mean there's a problem, but they show what wasn't included in the inspection.
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Arrange EICR testing in Lydgate
Letting a property soon? Contact us with the address and your start date, and we'll get the EICR booked in time.