Electrical Testing for Landlords in Stoke on Trent From June 1st 2020, it became mandatory that
private landlords ensure that all electrical installations are tested by a
competent professional. This should have been carried out before a new tenancy
began from July 1st 2020, and existing tenancies had until April 1st
2021. Contractors must be approved Electrical Safety Registered.
Here at Moorlec
Electrical Services Ltd , we specialise in the provision of Electrical
Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) for landlords across Stoke on Trent. For
more information about our electrical testing service, contact us on 01538 381 000 .
The Importance of an EICR An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is
designed to guarantee the safety of individuals within a property. It is a legal
obligation that involves a comprehensive check of the wiring on electrical
installations and appliances. When it comes to tenants, landlords have a duty
of care. Therefore, they are responsible for ensuring all electrical appliances
supplied within a property are safe and fully functional.
Those who carry out checks must be a registered electrician.
Furthermore, all portable appliances should be PAT tested. At Moorlec Electrical
Services Ltd, we can ensure everything is in perfect working order before a new
tenancy begins. Without the appropriate measures, your appliances and electrical
points have the potential to cause accidents such as a shock or house fire.
Once appliances have been tested, you must provide a copy of the EICR to your
tenants. If your report highlights any issues, you have 28 days from the
inspection to resolve them.
Protect Your Tenants All appliances must meet the correct safety standards.
Failure to comply could lead to a fine of up to £30,000. Furthermore, if
insurance companies find that you have failed to have your appliances checked, they
can refuse your claims if the fault is electrical.
At Moorlec Electrical Services Ltd, we ensure every
electrical appliance, wire, and socket is checked. When we PAT test an
appliance, we tag the device with the date of when the test was carried out.
This means you have proof that your appliance complies with safety standards,
thus reducing the risk of facing legal action in the event of an injury.
Contact Us If you require our electrical testing service in Stoke on
Trent, contact Moorlec Electrical Services Ltd. Call us today on 01538 381 000 or fill out our contact form .
