Safety Checks
Electrical Safety Inspections
If you're concerned about the safety of your wiring, an electrical safety inspection gives you a clear picture. Tell us about your property and where you're based and we'll help you arrange a proper check.
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The Service
What Is Electrical Safety Inspections?
An electrical safety inspection is a check of a property's electrical installation to confirm it's safe to use. Where it's a formal, reportable inspection it's an EICR; a visual or targeted check is a more informal safety review.
It looks at the consumer unit, wiring, earthing, bonding, sockets, switches and protection — identifying damage, deterioration and non-compliances so you know whether the installation is safe and what, if anything, needs attention.
Common Reasons
Common Problems & Reasons People Get in Touch
Not sure if this is the service you need? Here are some of the reasons people contact an electrician about this.
Concerned about old wiring
Your wiring is old and you want to know if it's still safe.
Tell us about itBought an older property
You've moved into an older home and want the wiring checked.
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You keep having electrical problems and want the installation assessed.
Tell us about itBefore renovating
You're planning work and want to know the wiring's condition first.
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What's Typically Involved
- A visual inspection of the consumer unit and accessible wiring
- Testing of circuits, protection and earthing
- Identification of any damage, deterioration or non-compliance
- A clear explanation of the installation's condition
- Recommendations for any work needed (with a formal EICR if required)
Why It Matters
Why Professional Electrical Work Matters
Electrical faults are a leading cause of house fires, and many develop unseen in hidden wiring. A safety inspection finds problems before they become dangerous.
For older properties especially, an inspection can reveal ageing wiring, missing earthing or absent RCD protection that a modern standard requires — issues that are easy to put right once known.
Costs & Pricing
Costs & What Affects Pricing
Pricing for electrical work depends on the job. Here are the factors that typically affect the cost of this service.
- The scope (visual check vs full tested EICR)
- The size of the property
- The age and accessibility of the installation
- Whether any remedial work is recommended
- Whether a formal report is issued
A visual check costs less than a full tested EICR. If a formal report is needed, the inspection becomes an EICR. Tell us what you're concerned about and we can help.
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FAQs
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Tell us about your property and where you're based. We'll help you arrange a proper electrical safety inspection.