An EICR comprises 5 main steps:
Doing a walk around
- This is where we identify the size of the property and what the electrical installation is covering. We make sure we have identified all the lights, sockets, and the electric boxes; if there are more than one
Mapping
- All those accessories and the circuits at the electric box need to be recorded. We’ll record this onto a report so that we know what we are inspecting and testing
Individual circuit testing
- The wires that start at the electric box and finish at the final point on the circuit will need testing. We will also need to inspect the other accessories along the way and check there are no problems. We’ll do this for every circuit you have
Compiling the report
- During the inspection, we may have identified defects or faults. These need detailing and a course of action specified. This can take some time if there are many problems found
Explain the report
- If you have asked that the report be carried out, you'll likely want an explanation as to why a certain problem has been identified. Much in the same way you would ask that the mechanic justify the need for new brakes after an MOT. This again can take some time. This stage is made easier with the use of pictures that are taken during the inspection stage of the report.
