Electrical certificates and safety reports
Electrical Safety Certificate (EICR)
Book a qualified electrician for an electrical safety certificate for landlords, homeowners, letting agents and commercial properties.
Upkeepone carries out EICR inspections, identifies safety issues clearly and helps you arrange the next step if remedial work is needed. This is the main service page for electrical safety certificates, with local coverage details included further down the page.
Insured work
Reports for landlords and agents
London, Essex, Kent and wider areas by request
What is an electrical safety certificate?
An electrical safety certificate is the common term customers use when they need an Electrical Installation Condition Report, usually called an EICR. It is a formal inspection of the fixed electrical installation in a property.
The report records whether the installation is satisfactory, highlights observations, and explains whether remedial work or further investigation is required. It is useful for compliance, letting, buying, selling, managing risk and keeping occupants safe.
For rented homes in England, government guidance says landlords must arrange inspection and testing by a qualified person at least every 5 years and provide the report to tenants and the local authority when requested.
Who this service is for
- Landlords needing an EICR before or during a tenancy.
- Letting agents and property managers arranging certificates across managed portfolios.
- Homeowners, buyers and sellers checking electrical condition before works, sale or purchase.
- Commercial properties needing electrical inspection reports for offices, shops, workshops and other premises.
If you are unsure which certificate you need, send the address, property type and reason for the certificate. We will point you to the right booking route.
What the electrician checks
The exact inspection depends on the property and installation, but an EICR usually looks at the safety and condition of the fixed electrical system.
Consumer unit
Fuse board condition, labelling, protective devices and suitability.
Circuits and wiring
Signs of damage, ageing, overload, loose connections or unsafe installation.
Sockets and accessories
Sampling of sockets, switches, lights and visible electrical points.
Earthing and bonding
Checks that key protective arrangements are present and suitable.
RCD protection
Whether protection is present where required and working as expected.
Report findings
Clear notes, codes, certificate result and practical next steps.
Simple booking process
- Call or request a quote online.
- Confirm property type, access and postcode.
- A qualified electrician attends the property.
- You receive the EICR report and advice on any remedial work.
Pricing and quotes
EICR cost depends on the property type, size, number of circuits, access, domestic or commercial use, and whether any urgent repair work is needed.
Remedial work is quoted separately, so you know what is inspection, what is repair, and what is optional next step.
Trust proof
- Qualified electricians for inspection and testing.
- Insured work and clear paperwork.
- Reports suitable for landlords, agents and property records.
- 12 month repair guarantee where applicable to repair work we carry out.
- London and Essex office presence, with Kent and wider areas by request.
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We link to the live Google profile so visitors can read current feedback before arranging an inspection.
Areas covered
As the main electrical safety certificate service page, this section keeps coverage clear. Upkeepone handles enquiries across London, Essex and Kent, with Hertfordshire, Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Sussex also covered.
Other areas may be available by request depending on job type, engineer availability and access. If you are outside the usual area, send the postcode and certificate requirement and we will confirm whether we can attend.
Related services
Many customers need more than one certificate or trade visit. These pages help you find the right route:
Electrical safety certificate FAQs
Is an electrical safety certificate the same as an EICR?
An EICR is the electrical inspection report commonly requested as an electrical safety certificate. It checks the condition of the fixed wiring and records whether the installation is satisfactory.
Do landlords need an EICR?
Yes, landlords in England normally need inspection and testing by a qualified person at least every 5 years. They must keep the report and provide copies to tenants and the local authority when required.
Can you inspect commercial properties?
Yes. We can arrange electrical inspection reports for suitable commercial premises. For business sites, start with the commercial electrical certificate page or send the premises details through the quote form.
What if the property fails?
The report will explain the observations and whether remedial work or further investigation is needed. We can quote separately for repairs, so you can decide the next step clearly.
How quickly can I get the report?
Timing depends on engineer availability, access and property size. Tell us if you have a tenancy, completion date or agent deadline and we will confirm the earliest suitable appointment.
Which areas do you cover?
We cover London, Essex, Kent, Hertfordshire, Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Sussex. Other areas may be available by request, so send the postcode before booking.
Need an electrical safety certificate?
Call now or send the quote form with the property address, number of bedrooms or circuits if known, access details and deadline.
