This summer marks five years since the introduction of mandatory Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) for private rented homes in England.
NICEIC, a certification and training body for the electrical industry in the UK, is encouraging contractors to check their records to confirm whether there are properties they conducted EICRs on in 2020 due for renewal.
Under legislation introduced in June 2020, landlords must have electrical installations in privately rented properties inspected and tested at least every five years by a qualified and competent person. With the fifth anniversary now here, many properties will require updated reports.
Paul Collins, Technical Director at NICEIC, says, “We’ve reached a key milestone, with five years now having passed since the introduction of The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations.
“Now is the time for contractors to check their records and support clients by identifying EICRs that are due for renewal. This is not only about compliance, but also ensuring ongoing safety for tenants and properties.
“Contractors can play a vital role by reminding landlords of their legal responsibilities and offering timely support. This presents an opportunity for NICEIC-certified businesses to strengthen relationships with their customers and demonstrate leadership and commitment to safety and compliance.
“Helping your customers stay compliant is a real value-add. NICEIC-certified businesses are ideally placed to lead the way in maintaining standards across the private rental sector.”
NICEIC-certified businesses can check their records using the NICEIC Online Certification System.
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