Take action: update your EICRs for 2025
With a wave of Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) renewals due in 2025, it's crucial for letting agents and landlords to act now.
Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, EICRs, which assess the safety of electrical installations, are required every five years for rental properties. The regulations, implemented in stages starting in 2020, make these inspections mandatory for new and existing tenancies.
Why early action matters
Demand for qualified electricians is expected to spike by 2025, and agents who delay could face compliance challenges and safety risks. Scheduling EICR inspections in 2024 allows you to:
- Ensure tenant safety by identifying and addressing issues early.
- Avoid compliance penalties that can reach up to £30,000.
- Attract tenants with the assurance of a valid EICR.
- Mitigate repair costs by proactively addressing potential hazards.
Best practices for managing EICR compliance
- Track renewal dates: Use organized records or property management software to monitor due dates.
- Plan ahead: Build relationships with certified electricians to secure timely inspections and reduce costs.
- Prioritise safety: Carry out remedial work as soon as it's recommended to avoid non-compliance.
When this law came into effect in 2020, there were significant delays for landlords with becoming compliant. This was often because after the EICR was completed, remedial works were required to the property before it could be confirmed as safe. These could often take several weeks to be completed.
To avoid this a second time, we would advise you act promptly to get your EICR conducted swiftly, and you do not leave it too close to the expiry date.
Avoid the scramble—ensuring that your EICRs are up to date now will keep your properties compliant, safe, and appealing to tenants well beyond 2025.
Our New Business Lettings Partners are here to help you navigate EICR Compliance. Contact us for advice
