How long does an electrical safety inspection take?

A typical 2-3 bedroom home takes around 2-3 hours to inspect and test fully. Larger properties or rental HMOs with more circuits and appliances can take longer, we'll confirm timings when you book.

Electrical Safety Inspections Southampton

Q: How often do I need an EICR?

Homeowners should have an EICR every 10 years, or on change of occupancy. Landlords are legally required to renew theirs every 5 years, or at each change of tenancy if sooner.

Q: Is an EICR a legal requirement for landlords?

Yes. Since 2020, landlords in England must have a valid Electrical Installation Condition Report for every rented property, renewed at least every 5 years, and provide a copy to tenants and the local council on request.

Q: What happens if my inspection finds a fault?

Any faults are coded by severity (C1, C2 or C3) on your certificate. As a qualified electrician we can usually carry out C1 and C2 remedial work on the same visit or arrange a prompt follow-up so your certificate can be satisfactorily completed.

Electrical safety inspections in Southampton - engineer testing a consumer unit

Electrical safety inspections in Southampton, done properly

If you need electrical safety inspections in Southampton, Banwell Electrical & Property Maintenance Services provides full Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) for homeowners, landlords and buyers across the city and surrounding Hampshire towns. Every inspection is carried out to the 18th Edition wiring regulations (BS 7671), so you get a certificate that satisfies mortgage lenders, letting agents and local authorities alike.

Whether you're a homeowner wanting peace of mind, a landlord meeting your legal 5-yearly obligation, or a buyer checking a property before completion, our electrical safety inspections cover every circuit, socket, switch and fixed appliance connection in the property.

What's included in your electrical safety inspection

Full visual and dead/live testing of the consumer unit and all circuits
Testing of sockets, switches, lighting circuits and fixed wiring
Earthing and bonding checks
A written EICR certificate, coded C1/C2/C3 or FI where relevant
Same-visit quotes for any remedial work identified

Annual EICRs and landlord certificates

We offer scheduled annual EICRs for landlords managing multiple properties across Southampton, so renewal dates never get missed. This service is particularly popular with letting agents and portfolio landlords in areas like Portswood, Shirley and Bassett who need reliable, on-time certification for HMOs and single-let properties.

Why choose Banwell Electrical for your inspection

All our engineers are fully qualified and work strictly within British wiring regulations. With over 10 years of experience carrying out electrical safety inspections across Southampton and Hampshire, we know exactly what mortgage providers, letting agents and NICEIC assessors expect to see on a compliant certificate.

Electrical safety inspection FAQs

How much does an electrical safety inspection cost in Southampton?

Most domestic EICRs in Southampton start from around £120, depending on property size and the number of circuits. Landlord certificates for larger HMOs cost more. Call 07821 990467 for a fixed, no-obligation quote.

How often do I need an EICR?

Homeowners should have one every 10 years, or on change of occupancy. Landlords must renew theirs at least every 5 years, or at each change of tenancy if sooner.

Is an EICR a legal requirement for landlords?

Yes. Since 2020, landlords in England must hold a valid EICR for every rented property, renewed at least every 5 years, with a copy provided to tenants and the council on request.

What happens if my inspection finds a fault?

Faults are coded by severity (C1, C2 or C3). We can usually carry out C1 and C2 remedial work on the same visit, or arrange a prompt follow-up so your certificate can be completed.

How long does an inspection take?

A typical 2-3 bedroom home takes around 2-3 hours. Larger properties or rental HMOs with more circuits can take longer – we'll confirm timings when you book.

Electrical Safety Inspections in Southampton