Residential EICR Reports

Electrical Safety Inspections for Homes & Landlord Properties in South Wales

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An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is a crucial safety check for your home’s electrical system. Whether you're a homeowner, landlord, or buying a new property, an up-to-date EICR ensures your electrics are safe, compliant, and fit for modern use.

At FlickASwitch, we carry out thorough residential EICR inspections across Magor, Monmouthshire, and surrounding areas — providing detailed reports and expert advice with minimal disruption.

What Is an EICR?

An EICR is a formal assessment of the condition of your fixed electrical installations — things like wiring, sockets, switches, light fittings, consumer units (fuse boards), and earthing systems.

The report checks whether your system:

  • Meets current BS 7671 (18th Edition) regulations

  • Has any signs of wear, damage, or unsafe DIY work

  • Presents risks of electric shock or fire

  • Needs urgent or recommended repairs or improvements

Who Needs an EICR?

  • Landlords – Legally required every 5 years or at change of tenancy in England & Wales

  • Homeowners – Recommended every 10 years or if your property is over 30 years old

  • Home buyers – Ideal as part of a pre-purchase property survey

  • After major electrical works or renovations

What’s Included in a FlickASwitch EICR?

  • Visual inspection of wiring, consumer unit, earthing, sockets, lights & switches

  • Live testing of circuits and protective devices (RCDs/RCBOs)

  • Fault finding for overheating, overloading, or unsafe connections

  • Classification of issues (C1, C2, C3, FI) for easy understanding

  • A clear, written report with any recommended actions

  • Certification issued same or next day

If faults are found, we’ll provide a no-obligation quote to put them right — quickly and safely.

How Long Does It Take?

  • 1–2 Bedroom Flat/House: 1.5–2 hours

  • 3–4 Bedroom Home: 2–3 hours

  • Larger Properties: 3+ hours depending on circuit complexity

Price Guide (Estimates)

  • 1–2 Bedroom Property – From £120

  • 3–4 Bedroom Property – From £160

  • 5+ Bedrooms or HMO – From £200+