Landlord EICR in North Wales
If you rent out a home in North Wales, you need a valid Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). We carry out landlord EICRs across Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Llandudno and the wider North Wales coast, and send you a clear digital certificate, usually within 24–48 hours of the inspection.
What Welsh landlords need to know
Under the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016, a rented home must be fit for human habitation. For electrics, the Welsh Government's guidance says this means:
- The electrical installation must be inspected and tested at least every 5 years, or sooner if the electrician recommends a shorter interval.
- An EICR is produced after each inspection and is valid for up to 5 years.
- The contract holder (your tenant) must be given a copy of the report within 14 days of the inspection, or within 14 days of the occupation date if the test was done before they moved in.
- The inspection must be carried out by a competent person who works to BS 7671, the IET Wiring Regulations.
What happens during the inspection
A landlord EICR is a full periodic inspection of the fixed wiring. We test every circuit, check the consumer unit, earthing and bonding, and look for damage, wear and anything that doesn't meet current regulations.
- It usually takes 2–3 hours for an average home, with the power off for much of that time.
- We can arrange access directly with your tenant, so you don't have to be there.
- Every observation is coded on the report. A report with any C1, C2 or FI is classed as unsatisfactory.
Danger present
Potentially dangerous
Improvement recommended
Further investigation needed
If the report is unsatisfactory
We'll explain each item in plain English and quote for the remedial work, so you can get the property back to a satisfactory standard with one electrician. Once the work is done, you'll get written confirmation to pass to your tenant, which the Welsh guidance asks landlords to provide within 14 days.
Why landlords choose us
NICEIC Domestic Installer
Over 20 years' experience across homes and rental properties.
Clear, plain-English reports
Reports you can send straight to your tenant, agent or council.
Digital certificates
Usually within 24–48 hours of the inspection.
Local and reliable
Based in Colwyn Bay and working across the North Wales coast.
Multiple properties?
We regularly work with landlords and letting agents. Ask about arranging inspections across a portfolio.
Landlord EICR FAQs
How often does a landlord in Wales need an EICR?
At least every 5 years, or sooner if the previous report recommends it.
Who is responsible for arranging the EICR?
The landlord. Many landlords ask their letting agent to arrange it, and we are happy to work with agents directly.
How long does an EICR take?
Typically 2–3 hours for an average home. Larger properties and HMOs take longer.
What if my property fails?
An unsatisfactory report means some items need attention. We will explain what each code means and quote for the remedial work.
Do you cover my area?
We cover Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Llandudno, Rhos-on-Sea, Old Colwyn, Abergele and most of the North Wales coast. Check our areas page or just call.
Book your landlord EICR
Call Scott on 07553 083727 or use the contact form and tell us the property address, the number of bedrooms and when it was last tested.
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