Think of it as an “MOT for your electrics.” A qualified Certivest engineer inspects the wiring, fuse board (consumer unit), sockets, and light fittings to ensure they aren’t damaged or overloaded.

For Landlords: Yes. Since April 2021, all rental properties in England must have a valid EICR.
​For Homeowners: It is not legally mandated but highly recommended every 10 years to ensure family safety and satisfy insurance requirements.

It depends on the size and age of the property. Typically:
​1-2 Bedroom Flat: 1 to 2 hours.
​3-4 Bedroom House: 3 to 4 hours.
​Commercial Sites: Varies based on circuit complexity.

we find issues, they will be categorized by severity:

C1 Danger Present. Risk of injury. Unsatisfactory (Action required immediately)
C2 Potentially Dangerous. Unsatisfactory (Action required urgently)
C3 Improvement Recommended. Satisfactory (But worth fixing soon)
FI Further Investigation required. Unsatisfactory

If you receive an “Unsatisfactory” result, you have 28 days to carry out the necessary remedial works. Certivest London provides a clear, itemized quote for these repairs so you can get back to “Satisfactory” status quickly.

Our pricing is transparent and based on the number of circuits and property size. London rates can vary, but we pride ourselves on competitive, no-hidden-fee pricing. Contact us for a bespoke quote.

Yes. We will need to briefly disconnect the power to perform dead testing on the circuits. We’ll coordinate with you to ensure minimal disruption to your day or business operations.

Ensure our engineers have clear access to the fuse board (consumer unit) and all sockets. Moving heavy furniture away from outlets before we arrive helps the process go much faster!