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We’ll help you fulfil your duty of care and make sure you’re legally compliant with our periodic inspections and testing and EICR reports
You know that as a landlord you have a duty of care to your tenants, and one way to demonstrate due diligence is through a commercial Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) inspection.
Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, private rented properties must comply with mandatory electrical safety checks at least once every five years. Landlords have a responsibility to hire a qualified electrician to ensure all electrical fixtures are in satisfactory condition.
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We’re experienced in five-year electrical testing for landlords in the Leicestershire area and on conducting a thorough check of your property, we’ll issue you with an EICR certificate, which will detail any observed damage, deterioration, defects, dangerous conditions and non-compliance issues with the present-day safety standard which might give rise to danger.
Your liability for failure to ensure the safety of all equipment can lead to:
- A maximum fine of £5,000 for each item that does not comply
- A maximum of 6 months’ prison sentence
- Potential manslaughter charges if a death is caused
- Your tenant can also sue for civil damages
- You may find your property insurance is invalidated
For peace of mind that you’re fulfilling your duty of care and are in compliance, paying for an EICR certificate from a qualified local electrician is a wise investment.
The Electricity Safety Council recommends in its latest guidance for rented properties that periodic inspections or tests by a qualified electrician are carried out at least every five years or on a change of tenancy.
The Electrical Safety Council Guide says that where a change of tenancy occurs within a short period (for example, no more than six months) a full inspection or test may not always be required. However, it’s imperative that a landlord’s representative carries out a visual electrical safety inspection prior to reletting.
For any advice on landlord electrical checks, please get in touch and we’ll be only too happy to advise you and steer you in the right direction.
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As an experienced Landlord of over 10 years, I have come across quite a few electrical companies. Glenfield Electrical Ltd by far has been the most professional, knowledgeable and thorough company I have used. Glenfield Electrical provides a friendly and efficient service and is competitively priced within the marketplace. I feel confident that my properties are maintained to the best electrical standards by the outstanding service provided. I will continue to use Glenfield Electrical Ltd and would definitely recommend them to a friend and other Landlords.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We’re accustomed to working closely with tenants, whether it’s arranging access for inspections, responding to maintenance requests or scheduling upgrades. Clear communication and respect for both parties form part of our standard approach.
Absolutely. For every electrical inspection or update such as an EICR or rewire you’ll receive the relevant certificates and compliance documentation. This includes Electrical Installation Certificates and Building Regulations paperwork, where applicable.
Glenfield Electrical serves Leicester, Coalville, Hinckley and surrounding areas across Leicestershire. If your property sits within a roughly 25-mile radius of our base, we’ll be able to provide prompt, on-site support for inspections, maintenance or urgent work.
Yes. We strictly follow all landlord legislation, including requirements for EICRs, REMEDIAL work under specified timelines and issuing necessary compliance certificates. Our processes are designed to meet both your legal duties and safety responsibilities
Yes. We offer priority response services for landlords. If a tenant reports a potentially dangerous issue such as power failure, sparking sockets or overheating, we’ll respond swiftly to make the property safe again, even outside of standard hours.
Current regulations require an EICR at least every five years for rental properties in the UK. That said, more frequent checks might be wise in older homes or those with higher tenant turnover. We can help advise on the right frequency based on your location and property condition.
Absolutely. Our electricians are fully certified, regularly trained to the latest standards and registered with industry-leading bodies. This ensures that all work be it installations, testing or maintenance is safe, compliant and carried out to the highest professional standard.