Do I have to do anything if I have a C3 code on an EICR?

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When you have the electrical installation in your property tested, the electrician will issue you with an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), which will let you know if there are any risks that need to be addressed

Answered by Rupert, Electrical Safety Expert

When you have the electrical installation in your property tested, the electrician will issue you with an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), which will let you know if there are any risks that need to be addressed.

The report has various categories:

Code C1 – Danger present, risk of injury. Immediate remedial action required.

Code C2 – Potentially dangerous, urgent remedial action required.

Code C3 – Improvement recommended.

Code F1 – Further investigation required

 

Much like with a car’s MOT, Code C3 is a recommendation only and whilst ideally you should look into following the advice, it is not a requirement.

If, for example, your fusebox does not have RCD protection, it would be recommended that you upgrade your fusebox so that it meets the latest standard, but it is not urgent.

If you want to have the installation in your property checked, we recommend that you use a registered electrician. You can find one in your area here.

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