Latest Electrical & EICR News
What is the difference between the ‘first fix’ and the ‘second fix’ in a house rewire?
What does a first fix & a second fix mean? We live in times when our home’s power supply is under more demand than ever. Electrical devices are essential for day-to-day tasks and communication, whatever your lifestyle or [...]
What are the benefits of electric cars?
With sales of electric vehicles on the rise, more people are considering making the switch and may even install EV chargers at their property. There are many advantages of investing in an electric car compared to fuel-powered vehicles, making it a modern, viable mode of [...]
How to reduce your electrical energy usage
With the cost of living crisis affecting most UK households, looking at ways to reduce your electrical energy usage is essential. There are changes you can make that will have a difference, whether it’s a few big things or lots of little ones, from [...]
Everything you need to know about EICRs
Electrical testing is a key component for keeping properties safe, whether you’re a business, planning renovations or selling your home. An EICR service is one of the easiest ways to get the answers you need and is a legal requirement for commercial premises and [...]
Can I get a grant for my EV charger?
With the cost-of-living crisis sending bills and expenditure soaring, many households and businesses are looking for ways to reduce costs. If you’re considering an electric vehicle charging installation, you may be wondering if you qualify for any of the government help available. Here’s everything [...]
The Different Types of Electrical Certificate
Electrical safety is paramount in all types of properties, whether you’re a homeowner, landlord or business. Health and safety requirements can be confusing, but complying with UK legislation and meeting your responsibilities as an employer is a must. With several options available when it [...]
Why Now Is The Time For EV Charging
To maintain environmental sustainability the motor industry steadily transforming to electrical vehicles. Over the next 10 years the UK will transition into a nation of electric vehicles. With the current plans in place, by 2030 all new cars sold will be zero-emission from the tailpipe. [...]
How often do I need fire risk assessments?
Smoke and fire can be deadly, which is why it’s so important to prepare for the event of them occurring in your building. While no one wants to think about the worst happening, a failure to prepare can have deadly consequences. One of the [...]
What is a fire safety risk assessment?
Smoke and fire can be deadly, which is why it’s so important to prepare for the event of them occurring in your building. While no one wants to think about the worst happening, a failure to prepare can have deadly consequences. One of the [...]
How long is an EICR valid for?
How long is an EICR valid for?Having regular EICRs (which stands for Electrical Installation Condition Report) carried out is essential for maintaining safe, fully functioning electrics. In some cases, such as when you are a landlord or business owner, it is even required by law.If [...]
Can all electricians carry out an EICR?
Can all electricians carry out an EICR? An Electrical Installation Condition Report, or EICR, is an important part of property ownership. Ensuring the complete safety of the electrical system and any people likely to use it, an EICR is a regular test that inspects [...]
The legal requirements of an EICR
Like any other safety aspect of a rented property or business premises, the requirement to have an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) carried out is now a legal duty. If you're a landlord or business owner, this EICR legislation will affect you. For [...]
What does an EICR stand for?
Electricity is something that most of us rely on every single day. Electrical power itself has been around since 1752 and the way we use, store, and generate it has evolved exponentially. So, to ensure that our lives can remain as comfortable and easy [...]
10 Simple Safety Tips for the Christmas Season
Make sure your Smoke and Heat alarms are up to date and fully operational. With all the extra cooking, the boozy parties and Christmas lighting it’s essential to check your smoke and heat alarms. You need to locate the test button on the device, push [...]
How much does an EICR report cost?
The cost of an EICR report can depend on many different factors, but our rates for landlord EICRs start at £150. Other costs, such as parking, additional PAT testing, and smoke alarm installations will incur added charges, which is why we recommend getting a [...]
