Electrical Inspection and Safety Birmingham NICEIC Approved
Electrical inspection and safety Birmingham landlords and homeowners rely on for rapid EICRs and full compliance certification. You'll receive thorough electrical safety testing from NICEIC Approved Contractors with 18th Edition qualifications, protecting your property and meeting UK regulations. Since 1993, we've completed safety inspections for over 2,758 satisfied customers across Birmingham, earning a 4.9-star rating through detailed reports and honest recommendations you can trust.
Why Regular Safety Testing Matters for Birmingham Properties
Safety testing and condition reporting keep your Birmingham property compliant with UK regulations while protecting everyone inside from electrical hazards. You'll receive a thorough assessment of your wiring, consumer units, and circuits, identifying any deterioration, overloading, or dangerous faults before they become serious problems. Whether you're a landlord managing rental properties in Moseley and Stirchley or a homeowner in Edgbaston, regular inspections give you documented proof that your electrical installation meets current standards and operates safely.
Book Your Safety Inspection
Get your comprehensive EICR report with fast turnaround and transparent pricing. Our NICEIC-approved team will identify every safety issue and provide clear remedial recommendations.
How Professional Testing Protects Your Birmingham Home or Business
You'll gain complete peace of mind knowing your property meets 18th Edition standards and passes rigorous safety checks that catch hidden dangers like faulty earthing, outdated wiring, and overloaded circuits. Landlords across Selly Oak, Harborne, and Kings Heath trust our rapid turnaround on multiple units, ensuring you meet your legal obligations without delays or compliance headaches. Homeowners benefit from detailed reports that highlight exactly what needs attention, helping you prioritise repairs and avoid costly emergency callouts when something fails unexpectedly.
How Professional Testing Protects Your Birmingham Home or Business
- Identify dangerous faults before they cause fires or injuries
- Meet landlord legal obligations with certified EICR reports
- Avoid costly emergency repairs by catching problems early
- Gain documented proof your wiring meets 18th Edition standards
- Protect tenants and family from hidden electrical hazards
- Secure insurance validity with compliant safety certification
- Prevent property sale delays with up-to-date inspection records
Book Your Safety Inspection
Get your comprehensive EICR report with fast turnaround and transparent pricing. Our NICEIC-approved team will identify every safety issue and provide clear remedial recommendations.
Our Step-by-Step Safety Inspection Process
We start by isolating circuits and visually inspecting your consumer unit, wiring accessories, and distribution boards for obvious defects or non-compliance issues. Next, we perform dead and live testing using calibrated equipment to measure earthing, insulation resistance, polarity, and RCD operation across every circuit in your property. You'll receive a comprehensive EICR report detailing our findings, with clear classifications for any defects and practical recommendations for remedial work, all completed with minimal disruption to your daily routine.
Initial Property Assessment
We review your property age, previous inspection history, and electrical layout to plan the most thorough testing approach for your specific installation across all circuits and distribution points.
Why Birmingham Property Owners Choose Local Electricians Birmingham
Since 1993, we've completed safety inspections for over 2,758 satisfied customers across Birmingham, earning a 4.9-star rating through honest assessments and transparent reporting you can rely on. Our Principal Duty Holder holds C&G 2391 certification, and we're a NICEIC Approved Contractor with full 18th Edition qualifications across the team, giving you confidence that every test meets industry standards. You'll work with electricians who've rescued high-profile projects for Birmingham City Council and Windrush Housing, bringing that same expertise and attention to detail to your property.
Why Our Safety Testing Stands Apart
C&G 2391 certified inspectors, calibrated equipment, same-day reports for single properties, and transparent findings you can trust.
What Safety Testing Costs in Birmingham
Typical EICR costs range from £150 to £350 depending on property size, number of circuits, and whether you need domestic or commercial testing across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Larger rental portfolios often qualify for discounted rates when you book multiple units together, making compliance more affordable for landlords managing properties in Bournville, Erdington, and beyond. We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees, so you know exactly what you're paying before we start. Call today for your free quote and fast turnaround on your safety certificate.
Jaspreet Kaur
Birmingham
“Needed an EICR for my rental property in Moseley and they turned it around in two days. Report was really clear about what needed fixing and what could wait. Saved me from a potential nightmare with my tenants moving in.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our services and how we can help you
How much does an electrical safety inspection cost in Birmingham?
You'll typically pay between £150-£300 for a full domestic EICR, depending on your property size and circuit complexity. Larger homes with multiple consumer units cost more due to the additional testing time required. We provide transparent quotes upfront and have completed over 2,849 inspections since 1993, so you'll get fair pricing without hidden fees.
What exactly happens during an electrical inspection?
Your electrician will visually examine all accessible wiring, consumer units, and accessories, then perform dead and live testing on every circuit using calibrated equipment. This includes checking insulation resistance, earth continuity, RCD operation times, and fault protection. You'll receive a detailed EICR report classifying any defects found as C1 (dangerous), C2 (potentially dangerous), or C3 (improvement recommended).
How long does a full electrical safety inspection take?
Most domestic properties take 2-4 hours depending on size and circuit complexity. A typical three-bedroom house usually takes around 3 hours for thorough testing. For landlords with multiple units, we've completed three flats in Stirchley within a single day. You'll receive your formal EICR report within 48 hours, often same-day for single properties.
Why do landlords need an EICR certificate?
You're legally required to provide tenants with a valid electrical safety certificate every five years or at each change of tenancy, whichever comes first. Without it, you risk invalidating your landlord insurance, facing local authority fines, and most importantly, putting tenants at risk from hidden electrical hazards. Our NICEIC-approved reports meet all regulatory requirements and are accepted by letting agents across Birmingham.
When should I get my home electrics tested?
You should arrange an inspection every ten years for owner-occupied homes, every five years for rental properties, and immediately if you notice flickering lights, burning smells, or frequent circuit breaker trips. Properties built before 1990 often need urgent testing due to outdated wiring standards. We've found dangerous faults in countless older Birmingham homes that looked perfectly fine on the surface.
What qualifications do your electrical inspectors hold?
All our electricians hold full 18th Edition qualifications, and our Principal Duty Holder is C&G 2391 certified specifically for inspection and testing. We're NICEIC Approved Contractors, City & Guilds registered, and CheckATrade approved with 1,893 verified reviews. Since 1993, we've maintained the highest industry standards, training over 10 apprentices through real-world inspections.
Can you test electrics in older Birmingham properties?
Absolutely, and we specialise in them. Older properties often have outdated consumer units, missing earth bonding, and wiring that doesn't meet current 18th Edition standards. We've inspected countless Victorian and post-war homes across Moseley, Edgbaston, and Stirchley, identifying hidden hazards and providing clear remedial recommendations. Our experience since 1993 means we understand the unique challenges of Birmingham's housing stock.
What's the difference between an EICR and a PAT test?
An EICR tests your property's fixed electrical installation—the wiring, sockets, consumer unit, and lighting circuits permanently installed in walls and ceilings. PAT testing checks portable appliances like kettles, computers, and extension leads. You need an EICR for building compliance and safety; PAT testing is separate and typically required for commercial premises or landlord-provided appliances.
Do you fix problems found during the inspection?
Yes, we provide no-obligation quotes for any remedial work identified in your EICR report. Most customers choose us to complete repairs because we've already diagnosed the issues and can start immediately. We'll prioritise dangerous C1 and C2 defects, source quality materials, and issue updated certification once work is complete—all backed by our NICEIC approval and 4.9-star rating from 2,758 customers.
Will an electrical inspection disrupt my daily routine?
You'll experience brief power interruptions during testing, but we work efficiently to minimise disruption. Most circuits are only isolated for 10-15 minutes at a time. You can remain in your home throughout the inspection, and we'll coordinate timing around your schedule. For rental properties, we often complete inspections between tenancies to avoid inconveniencing occupants entirely.
What happens if my property fails the electrical inspection?
Your property doesn't technically 'pass' or 'fail'—instead, you receive a satisfactory or unsatisfactory outcome based on defect severity. Unsatisfactory reports detail exactly what needs fixing, categorised by urgency. We'll explain every issue in plain language, provide a transparent quote for repairs, and can often complete urgent work within days. You'll then receive updated certification showing your installation meets safety standards.
How often should commercial properties get electrical safety checks?
Commercial premises typically need inspection every three to five years, though high-risk environments like workshops or kitchens may require annual testing. We've completed regular safety checks for Birmingham City Council, Windrush Housing, and numerous West Midlands businesses, keeping them compliant with workplace regulations. Our team understands commercial testing requirements and can schedule inspections outside business hours to avoid operational disruption.