An Electrical Installation Condition Report is essential for landlords and increasingly important for homeowners. But how much should you expect to pay for an EICR in Liverpool, and what factors can push the price up or down? This guide breaks it down clearly.
What Is an EICR?
An EICR is a comprehensive inspection of your property's fixed electrical installation. It identifies potential risks such as faulty wiring, insufficient insulation and inadequate earthing. The UK fire service estimates electrical faults cause around 20,000 fires each year in England alone. An EICR is the standard way to identify and address these risks before they become dangerous.
Every observation in the report is categorised as C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous), C3 (improvement recommended), or FI (further investigation required). A property with C1 or C2 observations receives an unsatisfactory result and remedial work must be completed within 28 days.
For a full breakdown of what each code means and what happens if your property fails, see our EICR Liverpool page.
How Much Does an EICR Cost in Liverpool?
At Ideal Electrical Solutions, our EICR prices start from £99 for a standard one to two bedroom Liverpool property. Larger properties with more circuits cost more, but we always give you a fixed price before we attend.
Factors That Affect EICR Costs in Liverpool
1. Property Size
The size of your property is the primary driver of cost. A one bedroom flat might take two hours to inspect whereas a large five bedroom house with multiple sub-boards could take a full day. More circuits means more testing and more time, which is reflected in the price.
2. Age of the Wiring
Older properties common across Liverpool's Victorian and Edwardian housing stock often have more complex or deteriorated wiring that takes longer to assess. If your property has not been rewired in the last 25 to 30 years, the inspection may take longer and identify more observations. If the wiring is significantly outdated, a full house rewire may be recommended.
3. Number of Circuits
Every circuit in the property needs to be individually tested. A modern house with a new consumer unit may have 10 to 14 circuits, while older properties with additions and extensions sometimes have significantly more. More circuits equals more testing time.
4. Remedial Work Required
If the inspection identifies C1 or C2 faults that require remedial work, this is quoted separately from the EICR itself. At Ideal Electrical Solutions we carry out all remedial works ourselves, often on the same visit for minor issues, so you do not need to find a second electrician.
Some companies advertise very low EICR prices and then charge separately for travel, report generation or remedial work assessment. We include all of this in our quoted price. The number we give you is the number on your invoice.
How Quickly Can You Get an EICR in Liverpool?
We offer same-day and next-day EICR appointments across all Liverpool postcodes. Your digital certificate is emailed within 24 hours of the inspection completing. For landlords with urgent tenant move-ins or property sales, we understand deadlines and aim to accommodate urgent requests wherever possible.
Should You Get an EICR Before Buying a Property?
While not a legal requirement for buyers, an EICR before completing a purchase is strongly recommended, particularly for older Liverpool properties. An unsatisfactory report can be used to negotiate on price, and knowing the condition of the electrical installation before you move in avoids nasty surprises. A £99 inspection that reveals £500 of remedial work needed is money very well spent.
From £99. Same-day available. Digital certificate within 24 hours.