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What do you need fixed?
Consumer unit replacement
Old fuse boards without RCD protection, or with a plastic casing, are one of the most common reasons an EICR comes back unsatisfactory. A replacement is notifiable work, so the electrician registers it with Building Control through their scheme and gives you an Electrical Installation Certificate.
Find out moreRCD protection
Circuits without RCD protection are often coded C2 on an EICR. Adding it can mean an RCD, RCBOs or a new consumer unit, depending on what is there now.
Find out moreEarthing and bonding
Missing or undersized main protective bonding to gas and water pipes, or a poor earth, is usually coded C2 and must be put right within 28 days.
Find out moreSocket and switch repairs
Cracked or loose sockets, switches and fittings, and exposed live parts, are quick fixes - but a C1 means danger now and needs making safe straight away.
Find out morePartial rewire
Damaged, undersized or old cabling on one or more circuits, replaced and certified.
Find out moreFull rewire
When the wiring is at the end of its life, a full rewire is the way to a satisfactory EICR. It usually takes several days and is best done between tenancies.
Find out moreHardwired alarms
Mains-powered, interlinked smoke and heat alarms, as needed in HMOs and in Scotland, fitted and certified.
Find out moreFault finding
An FI code means the inspector could not finish testing a circuit. An electrician investigates, fixes what they find and certifies it.
Find out more
What the EICR codes mean
- C1
Danger present
There is a risk of injury now. It must be made safe straight away - often the inspector does this before leaving.
- C2
Potentially dangerous
Not dangerous yet, but could become so. Urgent remedial work is needed.
- FI
Further investigation
The inspector could not finish checking something and it needs investigating without delay.
- C3
Improvement recommended
Not a reason for an unsatisfactory report, but worth doing.
In England, if a report for a rented home lists C1, C2 or FI items, landlords must have the remedial work or investigation done within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so. You then give written confirmation that the work is done to your tenants and the local council within 28 days of it being finished.
Quotes from local electricians in three steps
- Step 1
Post your job
Tell us what the report found, add photos and your report. It takes two minutes.
- Step 2
Compare quotes
Up to 5 local electricians can quote. Ask them questions in messages.
- Step 3
Accept and get it fixed
Accept the quote you want, pay the electrician directly and keep the completion certificate with your EICR.
Who you contract with
Your contract for the work is with the electrician whose quote you accept, not RentalComply. You pay them directly through their own payment link. RentalComply introduces you, doesn't take payment for remedial work and isn't a party to the contract.
Only members of a competent person scheme (such as NICEIC or NAPIT) can quote. We check their scheme membership and insurance documents, and the electrician is responsible for the work, its certificates and any building regulations notification.
Remedial work: common questions
How long do I have to fix an unsatisfactory EICR?
In England, landlords must have C1, C2 and FI items put right within 28 days of the inspection, or sooner if the report says so, and then confirm in writing to tenants and the council within 28 days of the work being done.
Do I need a new EICR after the remedial work?
Usually not. The electrician gives you a Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate or an Electrical Installation Certificate for the work. Keep it with your EICR as proof the work is done.
Do I have to use the electrician who did my EICR?
No. You can use any suitably qualified electrician. Posting your job lets you compare quotes from several.
Who do I pay, and who is responsible for the work?
You pay the electrician whose quote you accept, directly through their own payment link. Your contract is with them, and they are responsible for the work and its certificates. RentalComply introduces you and is not a party to the contract.
Does it cost anything to post a job?
No. Posting a job and getting quotes is free for landlords, and you don't have to accept any quote.
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