Wokingham homeowners should be looking towards having a EICR (Electrical Inspection Condition Report) every ten tears or more frequently should there be a change in ownership of the property, a fire/ flood, electrical works/ renovations or a fuseboard upgrade.
An EICR will identify any electrical issues in your Wokingham home that could pose a safety risk and will ensure your electrical system meets all current safety standards. It can also help you avoid costly repairs due to early detection.
Thames Valley Electricians will provide you with a report that includes the results of our inspection and testing along with a date the next EICR should be carried out and photographs of an issues found.
When should I haven an EICR? Change in home ownership is number 1
It is not a legal requirement to obtain an EICR when selling a house, although it is highly recommended. Should your home have some age to it or have had significant electrical works carried out it offers reassurance and is attractive to potential buyers. Should any issues be identified you are also then be able to rectify them and avoid things going wrong further down the line in the process.
Fire or Flood is number 2 in When should I have an EICR?
Post fire or flood damage an EICR should always be carried out in your Wokingham home. This report conducts a thorough inspection of your electrical system in order to assess the extent of any damage and to ensure your installations are safe. It will identify any required repairs or replacements needed for continued use. Your property could have been subjected to damaged wiring, faulty sockets or vulnerable insulation. This should be actioned immediately by Thames Valley Electricians to ensure the safety of those living in your home.
Electrical work/ renovation is number 3 in When should I have an EICR?
After completing any electrical works or renovations to your Wokingham home (excluding a complete rewire or those to a new build property as these will have an Electrical Installation Certificate) you should ask Thames Valley Electricians to carry out an EICR for you. This will verify all new installations are safe and compliant and that there are no incorrect connections or overloaded circuits. If these works have had a major impact on your existing electrical system it is all the more important.
Fuseboard Upgrade is number 4 in When should I have an EICR?
Having had a fuseboard upgrade it is often recommended to get an EICR. This can then assess your overall electrical system as some issues might not be apparent by simply upgrading your fuseboard. Thames Valley Electricians can identify any potential hazards to your current system and ensure all building regulations/ safety standards are met.
Why you need Thames Valley Electricians to carry our your EICR
You are required to have a qualified electrician to complete your home EICR in Wokingham due to the fact it requires specialised knowledge and training in order to thoroughly inspect and test your electrical system. Further to this Thames Valley Electricians are able to identify any potential hazards and accurately assess the safety of your wiring. This is not simply a visual check we carry out but more like a detailed examination and interpretation of our findings to enable to report back on them accurately. So if you find yourself in any of these situations having wondered When should I have an EICR? then please call us on 01344 970215 and we will be happy to help!
