What makes this feel a lot more straightforward
Clear categories, no guesswork
We explain how inspection observations are classified by severity. You can see what needs urgent attention and what should be planned next.
One contractor from report to repair
If the inspection finds faults, we can handle the remedial work ourselves. That saves you chasing separate electricians to finish the job.
Suited to homes and busy premises
We inspect single dwellings and more complex commercial systems with the same careful approach. Your report is written to be useful, not just filed away.
What an electrical safety inspection actually covers
An electrical safety inspection checks the condition of the fixed electrics in your property and gives you a clear picture of any risks that need attention. We carry out this work through Falconers electrical contractor Ltd for homes, rental properties and commercial premises, testing fixed wiring, circuits, sockets, switches and the consumer unit. It is often needed when you're buying a property, after electrical alterations, when older wiring is still in place, or when faults keep cropping up and nobody has got to the bottom of them. We document the findings in an Electrical Installation Condition Report, often called an EICR, so you can see what has passed, what needs improvement, and what may need urgent action. For landlords, that report also acts as the formal record of the inspection and helps show the condition of the installation for your rental property. If problems are uncovered, we can talk you through the next steps plainly and carry out any corrective work without passing you from one contractor to another.
How the visit works on site
Before testing starts, we talk through any issues you've noticed, because tripping circuits or dead sockets often point us in the right direction. We carry out the inspection with Falconers electrical contractor Ltd by checking visible condition first, then using test instruments where safe isolation is needed. You'll need to give access to the consumer unit, rooms, outbuildings and fixed equipment, and there may be temporary power interruptions while testing is underway. Commercial inspections usually involve more circuits and a bit more planning, so we organise the work to keep disruption sensible and the reporting useful for property managers or facilities teams. Once the inspection is complete, we explain any observations clearly, flag urgent safety concerns, and outline if repairs, rewiring or upgrades are recommended.
Frequently asked questions
What does an EICR include during an electrical safety inspection?
An EICR covers the fixed electrical installation in your property. We inspect and test items such as wiring, circuits, sockets, switches and the consumer unit, then record the condition and any defects in the report.
Will the power need to be turned off during testing?
In many cases, yes, there can be temporary power interruptions while we safely test parts of the installation. We explain this before we begin so you know what to expect on the day.
What happens if the inspection finds problems?
If the report identifies defects, we explain how serious they are and what remedial work may be needed. That could mean targeted repairs, upgrades or more extensive rewiring, depending on the condition of the installation.