How Do You Know If You Need An EICR?
Knowing who needs an EICR can be a little complicated, especially if you have never had one before. If you are a landlord of a private residence or a HMO (house of multiple occupancy) then the law now requires you to have an up to date Landlord EICR which should be renewed every five years. […]
Do Landlords Need An EICR?
In recent years, the law on whether landlords need to obtain an electrical installation condition report (EICR) has changed. Where it was only previously recommended that landlords have this test carried out, it is now illegal not to have an Electrical Installation Condition Report done at least every five years. Should you have tenants or your […]
How Often Does An EICR Need To Be Done?
Typically, an EICR is performed every five years on homes that are privately owned. However, if you are moving into a new property or are selling your home, it is common practice to have an EICR carried out. However, there may be an exception to this rule. If you have had a very short stay […]
What Does An EICR Cover?
An EICR is a much more in-depth check when compared to the simple visual checks that are carried out. You might compare a visual check as being a surface check whereas an EICR covers much more detailed, and often hidden parts of the electrical system within your home. According to the British Standard Of Electrical […]
What Is Involved With Having An EICR?
One of the biggest things that put homeowners off having any type of electrical work done is whether it will cause disruption in the home. The last thing that anyone wants is a parade of contractors coming into their personal space and potentially damaging their home. The good news with an EICR is that the […]
Why Do I Need An EICR?
As we go about our day to day lives, we tend not to think about the condition of our electrical installations. All too often, homeowners like you and I, don’t worry about this until it is too late. But who can blame you? Your electrical wiring is behind the walls and your consumer unit is […]
What Is An EICR And What Does It Stand For?
EICR is an abbreviation of the term Electrical Installation Condition Report and is a check that is carried out to test the safety and functionality of an electrical system within a building. The problem is that, since our electrical systems are mostly hidden, we easily forget about them. That is, until they go wrong, When […]
Electrical Installation Condition Reports by MJP Electrical
In the world of electrics, there are a lot of phrases and abbreviations that can seem incredibly complicated if you have no prior experience. You’re not alone if you feel this way and when you are presented with the idea of an EICR, you might be wondering whether this has anything to do with electricals, […]
Electricians at Easter – Happy Easter from MJP Electrical
MJP Electrical would like to wish all of our customers a Happy Easter. We hope that you enjoy a safe and relaxing time with your families and friends. You may not be aware, but we are still offering a full emergency electrician service over the Bank Holiday, covering Bristol and Bath, so if you are […]
Why Choose MJP To Install A Home Charging Point?
Here at MJP electrical, we have a wide range of experience of electrical work and are proud to offer an EV charging service that is reliable, safe and affordable. We have the capacity to fit chargers for any make or model, meaning that we are able to help more customers. We pride ourselves on delivering […]