What to send
The observation pages of the report, the report date, and photographs of the consumer unit and any affected areas. That is normally enough for an initial response.
EICR Remedial Work
An EICR may record observations requiring further investigation or remedial work. Send the complete report rather than only the summary page, together with the property postcode and access information. Big Volt Electric can review the observations and confirm what must be inspected before an accurate remedial quotation is prepared.
When to enquire
This service may be relevant for
- Landlords responding to observations in a recent report
- Homeowners planning corrective work after an inspection
- Property managers coordinating access and written quotations
- Buyers seeking to understand likely follow-on electrical work
Define the scope
Points to confirm in writing
- Review of the supplied report and listed observations
- Identification of items needing further investigation before pricing
- A written remedial scope linked clearly to the report items
- Confirmation of post-work testing and documentation in the quotation
Acting on a report
How remedial work is scoped from an existing report
An unsatisfactory report means at least one C1, C2 or FI observation was recorded. The report should describe each one and where it is, which is enough for any competent electrician to quote against — you are not obliged to use the firm that carried out the inspection.
Not everything can be priced from paper. An FI code means the extent is not yet known by definition, and observations behind accessories or under floors may prove larger once opened up. A quotation should say clearly which items are fixed price and which are provisional.
Landlord deadlines
In England, remedial or further investigative work identified by a report must be carried out within 28 days, or sooner if the report specifies. Written confirmation that the work has been done is then required, and must be supplied to tenants.
Second opinions
Codes are a matter of professional judgement and practice does vary. Where an observation looks disproportionate, it is reasonable to ask for the reasoning or to seek another view before committing to the work.
Confirmation
On completion you should receive written confirmation that the items have been rectified, along with the appropriate certificate for any new or altered circuits.
Questions about eicr remedial work
Some items may be clear, while others need access or further investigation. A complete report is essential, but it does not always provide enough information for a final quotation.
The required follow-up evidence depends on the original observations and work completed. The quotation should state what testing or documentation is included after the remedial work.
Related electrical services
EICR Electrical InspectionsEnquiries for Electrical Installation Condition Reports for homes, landlords and property transactions.Electrical Fault FindingSystematic investigation of electrical problems such as repeated tripping, loss of power, non-working circuits or intermittent behaviour.Landlord Electrical ServicesA coordinated enquiry route for landlords and property managers arranging inspections, repairs and planned electrical work.
Ready to describe the work?
Include the postcode, preferred timing and any useful existing information.