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My property was rewired in 2014, telling me to have it checked in ten years' time. Do I need to do anything now the legislation has changed?
Asked by Robert BurrageLandlords of privately rented properties in England and Scotland are required to have the electrical...
View full answerHow do I install two fan regulators to control one ceiling fan?
Asked by Adongo Solomon NsohIf you are unsure of how to carry out electrical work in your home, you should always use a register...
View full answerCan I change single socket outlets to double socket outlets?
Asked by GarethIt is likely that you can but this does depend on your electrical installation - a registered electr...
View full answerIn flats, is an EICR required for the electrics in communal areas?
Asked by Anthony LetcherPrivate landlords in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) are responsible for ensuring that the elec...
View full answerPrivate landlords in England and Scotland* are legally obliged to have the electrics inspected every...
View full answerWhat is the maximum number of extension leads allowed to be used in a three bedroom house?
Asked by David BealeAlthough there is no legal limit on the number of extension leads you can use in your home, if you a...
View full answerIf an EICR for a rental property has faults that need remedial work, is it necessary to have another inspection carried out after the repairs have been done?
Asked by David BealePrivate landlords in England and Scotland are required by law to have the electrical installation in...
View full answerMy EICR summary says that the installation requires improvement and does not meet the needs of the modern user and recommends a rewire. Does this mean it is unsafe?
Asked by David BealeIf the property does need a rewire, the EICR should have several items with a C1 or C2 classificatio...
View full answerIs there a maximum number of C2 and C3 codes that can be reported before the inspector can request a full or partial rewire?
Asked by David BealeIf a condition report has C2 hazards, these need to be fixed. There is no limit to the number of C2 ...
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