Electrical inspection: Fixed wire (periodic) testing
Why Novo Electrical for your periodic electrical inspection?
Over twenty years of experience and three years spent specifically doing fixed wire testing, means that yours will be done with the minimum amount of disruption.
How much does a periodic electrical inspection cost?
The cost of your test depends on how many circuits you have. As a rough guide, an average two bedroomed house would have eight circuits (£140 total cost). You can calculate the cost by using the table below or, if you're not sure how many circuits you have, we can estimate over the phone - call 07513 198458
Periodic electrical inspection cost per circuit:
1-4 circuits = £80 (total cost)
5 - 20 circuits = £20 per circuit
20+ circuits = Phone for quotation
How long does periodic electrical testing take?
The length of time taken to complete the test depending on the number of circuits to be tested, however with over three years spent purely on testing, your inspection will go as smoothly as possible.
As a rough guide for a domestic property, an average two bedroomed property would have eight circuits which would take approximately two hours.
Benefits of electrical inspection
After your inspection, you'll receive your Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) which will:
Reveal if any of your electrical circuits or equipment are overloaded.
Find any potential electric shock risks and fire hazards.
Identify any defective electrical work.
Highlight any lack of earthing or bonding.
How often do I need to test my property is electrically safe?
General
Residential accommodation
Change of occupancy/5 years
Educational establishments
5 years
Industrial properties
3 years
Commercial properties
Change of occupancy/5 years
Offices
5 years
Shops
5 years
Laboratories
5 years
Open to the public
Cinemas
1-3 years
Church installations
5 years
Leisure complexes
(excluding swimming pools)
3 years
Places of public entertainment
3 years
Restaurants and hotels
5 years
Theatres
3 years
Public houses
5 years
Village halls/Community centres
5 years
Special & Specific
Agricultural and horticultural
3 years
Swimming pools
1 year
Caravans
3 years
Caravan parks
1 year
Marinas
1 year
Emergency lighting
3 years
Fire alarms
1 year
Launderettes
1 year
Petrol filling stations
1 year
Construction site installations
3 months