Edinburgh Electricians · EICR CertifiedEICR Testing
Edinburgh
Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) carried out by qualified Edinburgh electricians. Whether you're a landlord meeting legal obligations, a homebuyer, or simply want peace of mind — we provide thorough, honest reports with same-day certification.
Thorough EICR Testing — Edinburgh & Lothians
Landlord compliance, pre-sale surveys, mortgage reports and peace of mind EICRs across Edinburgh — here's what every inspection covers.
Simple, Stress-Free
Process
From your first contact to job completion, we keep things simple and transparent at every step.
Book
Book your Edinburgh EICR online or by phone. We confirm the date, time and fixed price upfront.
Inspect & Test
We carry out a thorough visual inspection and electrical testing of all circuits in your Edinburgh property.
Report
Your complete EICR report is produced on-site and issued digitally on the same day.
Remedials
If C1 or C2 codes are found, we can carry out all required remedial work to achieve a satisfactory result.
EICR Testing in Edinburgh — What Every Landlord & Homeowner Needs to Know
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal assessment of the safety and condition of the electrical installation in a property. In Scotland, EICRs are a legal requirement for all private rental properties — landlords must have a valid EICR carried out at intervals of no more than 5 years, or at the start of each new tenancy if sooner.
Edinburgh's housing stock presents particular challenges for electrical safety. Georgian New Town properties, Victorian tenements in Leith, Gorgie and Dalry, and post-war housing across Liberton, Colinton and Corstorphine all have wiring from different eras — some of which may not meet current standards. A thorough EICR identifies any issues before they become dangerous.
Our Edinburgh EICR inspectors hold the required City & Guilds 2391 qualification and carry out full circuit testing — not just a visual inspection. Every circuit is tested using calibrated instruments: insulation resistance testing, earth loop impedance testing, RCD testing and continuity testing. Your report is produced on-site and issued digitally the same day.
We carry out EICR testing across all Edinburgh postcodes — from EH1 in the Old Town to EH17 in Gilmerton — and across the Scottish Borders from Galashiels and Hawick to Kelso and Melrose. Volume discounts are available for Edinburgh landlords with multiple properties.
EICR Costs in Edinburgh
| Property Type | Typical Cost | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 bed flat | £120–£160 | 2–3 hrs |
| 3 bed tenement | £150–£200 | 3–4 hrs |
| 3–4 bed house | £180–£250 | 4–5 hrs |
| Large detached | £250–£350 | 5–7 hrs |
| HMO (per unit) | POA | POA |
| Multi-property discount | 10–15% off | — |
All prices include full circuit testing and same-day digital report. Remedial work quoted separately if required.
Understanding EICR Codes
C1 — Danger present: Immediate risk of injury. Must be made safe before the report can be satisfactory. C2 — Potentially dangerous: Urgent remedial work required. C3 — Improvement recommended: Not dangerous but should be addressed. FI — Further investigation: Cannot be assessed without further work.
Landlord EICR
Legal requirement every 5 years for all Scottish rental properties. We manage your compliance schedule and carry out all required testing and remedials.
Pre-Sale EICR
A current satisfactory EICR is increasingly requested by Edinburgh buyers and solicitors. We turn these around quickly to keep your sale on track.
Mortgage EICR
Many Edinburgh mortgage lenders require a current EICR for older properties. We issue reports accepted by all major lenders.
HMO EICR
HMOs in Edinburgh require more frequent testing. We carry out HMO EICRs across the city and issue all required documentation.
EICR Testing Across
Edinburgh & The Borders
We carry out EICR inspections across all Edinburgh postcodes and into the Scottish Borders. Click your area for local pricing, FAQs and availability.
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What Our Customers
Say About Us
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“I needed a new cooker installed between Christmas and New Year. It's a five minute job but no electrician was willing to do it. Innes helped me out, did a good job and he's a nice guy.”
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“Innes at Spotlight Electrical Services responded promptly with a competitive quote for my enquiry to replace 8 lights. Innes offered a short lead time for carrying out the work and he arrived when he said he would. Lines of communication were always open and clear.”
“First contact to last, my experience of working with Innes and Spotlight Electrical Services was excellent. Quality of work done, cleanliness, timeliness, ease of contact and promptness of replies was outstanding. A five star review, well earned!”
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“Amazing service provided by Innes. Helped me with a range of things I needed sorted — smoke alarms, heat sensor, light fittings and hot water timer.”
“We are very happy with Mr Innes who did a fabulous job setting up our EV home charger. Reliable, perfection in his work and efficient. Happy with his service.”
“Innes provided an exemplary standard of service when replacing and moving the electrical consumer unit (fuse box) and conducting the EICR test. Showed up exactly when agreed, thoughtfully recommended options in initial consultation and the finish was immaculate.”
“I contacted Innes by email and received a very quick response with an estimate for the cost of work along with a confirmed day. He arrived on time, was very efficient and pleasant to deal with, and we are extremely happy with the work that he did for us.”
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EICR Testing & Related Services Near Me
If you need an EICR, you may also require these related electrical services. We carry them all out across Edinburgh and the Scottish Borders.
Consumer Unit Upgrades
Old fuse boards often fail EICRs. We replace them with modern RCD units and re-test the same day.
Landlord Safety Certificates
Full compliance packages for Edinburgh landlords — EICR, smoke alarms and all required documentation.
Fault Finding
If your EICR reveals issues, we can diagnose and fix any electrical fault quickly and safely.
RCD Testing
Standalone RCD testing to ensure your residual current devices are working correctly.
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