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What Is An EICR For Landlords?
This glossary page applies to landlords renting out homes in England. It is practical compliance guidance, not legal advice.
EICR stands for Electrical Installation Condition Report. It is the report produced after a qualified person inspects and tests the fixed electrical installation in a property.
Key EICR requirement
For private rented homes in England, electrical installations must be inspected and tested at least every 5 years by a qualified person, with evidence kept and remedial work tracked.
Quick Answer
An EICR tells a landlord whether the fixed electrical installation is satisfactory or whether remedial work or further investigation is needed.
GOV.UK guidance says landlords must ensure electrical safety standards are met, have the installation inspected and tested at least every 5 years, and supply copies of the report to tenants and the local authority in the required circumstances.
Simple Compliance Checklist
- Check the current EICR or electrical safety evidence for the property.
- Record the inspection date, outcome, next inspection date, and electrician details.
- Store the report and any written confirmation of remedial work.
- Give copies to tenants and the local authority where required.
- Track any C1, C2, FI, or remedial action to completion.
- Add a reminder before the next inspection is due.
Evidence To Keep
- EICR report or acceptable electrical certification.
- Electrician or qualified person details.
- Date supplied to the tenant.
- Date supplied to the local authority if requested.
- Remedial work quotes, invoices, certificates, and completion evidence.
- Follow-up notes for unsatisfactory reports.
Common Mistakes
Treating The Report As A One-Off File
An unsatisfactory report needs action tracking, not just storage.
Missing The Five-Year Cycle
Keep the next inspection date visible before the certificate is close to expiry.
Forgetting Tenant Copies
Store evidence of when the report was provided to the tenant where required.
Separating Repairs From The Report
Keep remedial work records linked to the original EICR so the evidence chain is clear.
Where RentPilot Fits
Use property maintenance tracking to record EICR dates, remedial jobs, contractor notes, and completion evidence by property.
Sources Reviewed
- GOV.UK electrical safety standards in the private rented sector.
- GOV.UK landlord safety responsibilities.
- GOV.UK renting out your property responsibilities.
FAQ
What Does EICR Stand For?
EICR stands for Electrical Installation Condition Report.
Is An EICR The Same As A Gas Safety Certificate?
No. An EICR covers fixed electrical installations. Gas safety records cover gas appliances and flues.
How Often Do Landlords Need An EICR?
For private rented homes in England, inspections and tests must be carried out at least every 5 years.
What If The EICR Is Unsatisfactory?
Record the issue, arrange remedial work or further investigation, keep evidence, and check the required deadlines in the full EICR guidance.
Next Step
Read the full EICR requirements for landlords in England, then add EICR dates and remedial actions to your property maintenance log.
Next steps
Landlord Compliance Hub (England)
Use the main hub for wider certificate and safety duties.
EICR Requirements for Landlords in England
Read the full EICR guide for timing, evidence, and remedial actions.
Property Maintenance Log Template
Log remedial work and completion evidence after an unsatisfactory EICR.
Property Maintenance Tracking for Landlords
Use RentPilot to track EICR reports, jobs, and completion records.
Last updated: 2026-05-30 | Last reviewed: 2026-06-02
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Track EICR dates and actions
Record inspection dates, reports, remedial jobs, and completion evidence by property.