Domestic EICR
in Lincoln
An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is a thorough safety check of the wiring, sockets, consumer unit and circuits in your home. ABK Electrical carries out clear, honest domestic EICRs across Lincoln — ideal before buying, selling, or simply for peace of mind.
Unlike rented homes, owner-occupied properties aren't legally required to have an EICR — but it's the only reliable way to know your electrics are safe. We recommend one every 10 years, when buying a property, or sooner if your home has older wiring or you've noticed problems. You'll get a plain-English report with no scare tactics.
What's Included
- Visual inspection of the consumer unit, wiring and accessories
- Dead testing — continuity, insulation resistance and polarity
- Live testing including RCD operation and earth fault loop impedance
- Identification of any damage, wear or dangerous conditions
- Clear classification of every observation (C1, C2, C3, FI)
- Full written report with an overall Satisfactory / Unsatisfactory result
- Certificate issued on completion
- Honest advice and a separate quote for any remedial work
Pricing
£80 per consumer unit
- • + £25 per circuit tested
- • A typical 2–3 bedroom home takes around 3–4 hours
- • Full written report and certificate included
No VAT. Any remedial works are quoted separately — never assumed.
When to Get a Domestic EICR
- Buying a home and wanting reassurance before completion
- Selling and looking to give buyers confidence
- Wiring that has never been inspected, or not in over 10 years
- An older property with rubber, fabric or aluminium cabling
- Frequent tripping, flickering lights or buzzing sockets
- Scorch marks, warm switches or a burning smell
- Before a renovation or extension
Who It's For
- Homeowners wanting peace of mind their electrics are safe
- House buyers and sellers
- Owners of older or recently inherited properties
- Anyone who has never had their installation inspected
- Homeowners planning building work
Frequently Asked Questions
Do homeowners legally need an EICR?
No. The five-yearly legal requirement applies to rented properties. For owner-occupied homes an EICR is strongly recommended — every 10 years, when you buy a property, or sooner for older installations — but it is not a legal obligation.
How much does a domestic EICR cost?
Pricing is £80 per consumer unit plus £25 per circuit tested, with no VAT. A typical 2–3 bedroom house has around 6–10 circuits. We give you an estimated total based on your property when you enquire.
How long does it take?
A standard 2–3 bedroom home usually takes 3–4 hours. Larger properties or those with older wiring can take longer. We will give you an estimated duration before we start.
What happens if my EICR is unsatisfactory?
The report lists each issue with a code: C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous) or C3 (improvement recommended). C1 and C2 items mean an "Unsatisfactory" result. We explain everything clearly and can quote separately to put things right, then issue a confirmation once done.
Will you try to upsell me unnecessary work?
No. We report exactly what we find and only recommend work that genuinely affects safety or compliance. C3 items are improvements, not failures, and you are never under any pressure.
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