How Much Does an EICR Cost in East Kilbride? (What Landlords & Homeowners Should Expect)

If you’re renting out a property—or you just want peace of mind about your own home’s electrics—an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is the right place to start. This guide explains typical EICR costs in East Kilbride, the factors that change the price, what the codes (C1/C2/C3/FI) actually mean, how fast you can get it done, and what you’ll receive in your report.

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TL;DR (quick answer)

Typical local price range: a domestic EICR in East Kilbride is commonly in the low hundreds, depending on the number of circuits and access.
What changes the price: property size, number of circuits, access, documentation quality, and whether you want same-day remedial work.
Turnaround: most homes can be inspected and reported within 24–72 hours, sooner if you need it.
Result: You’ll receive a PDF report marked Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory, with observations coded C1/C2/C3/FI and a recommended re-test interval (often 5 years).

What is an EICR (in plain English)?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report is a formal inspection and test of your fixed wiring—consumer unit (fuse board), sockets, lighting, earthing/bonding, and protective devices. Think of it as the electrical equivalent of an MOT: it identifies wear, defects, and non-compliances that could present a shock or fire risk.

For landlords, an in-date EICR is a core compliance document you’ll need for agents, insurers and tenants.
For homeowners, it’s the fastest way to get an honest picture of safety before renovations, when buying/selling, or after repeated tripping.

See what’s included on our service page: EICR in East Kilbride.

How much does an EICR cost in East Kilbride?

Every property is a little different, but here’s how we scope it:

Smaller flats/1–2 bed homes: £150.
Average 3-bed homes: £200 (more circuits, more testing).
Larger properties/outbuildings/Commercial: £40 per circuit.

Rather than a one-price-fits-all, we quote based on circuit count and access so you only pay for the work your property needs—and you get a proper, thorough test.

If you want to compare with other jobs (consumer unit upgrades, fault finding, EV chargers), check our Pricing page.

What affects the price (and how to keep it efficient)

Number of circuits
More circuits = more tests. A typical 3-bed might have 8–12 circuits; larger homes and those with outdoor power/garages/lofts may have more.
Access & documentation
Clear access to the consumer unit, meter, and rooms helps us move faster. If you have previous certificates or circuit schedules, that can save time (and cost).
Age and alterations
Older installations or visible DIY changes often require additional checks or further investigation (FI) to make sure everything is safe.
Add-ons you request
- PAT for landlord-supplied appliances (e.g., fridge/washer): can be done alongside the EICR and itemised separately.
- Same-day minor remedials (where feasible): replacing damaged accessories or correcting small faults right away can reduce delays.
Urgency
If you need a fast-track slot (change of tenancy, sale deadline, agent demand), we’ll try to accommodate—just say when you enquire.

Tip: Make space around the consumer unit, list any known issues (e.g., “kitchen socket trips”), and make sure tenants know we’ll need brief power interruptions during testing. It keeps the visit efficient and the price fair.

What we test (and what you’ll receive)

An EICR covers:

Consumer unit: breaker types/ratings, RCD/RCBO coverage, surge protection if present, labeling
Earthing & bonding: main earth, bonding to gas/water (size and continuity)
Circuits: insulation resistance, polarity, fault loop impedance, protective device coordination
Accessories: condition of sockets, switches, spurs, light fittings, especially in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoors
Visible alterations/DIY work: we’ll flag anything that needs investigation or correction

Deliverables:

A PDF report marked Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory
An observations list with codes C1/C2/C3/FI (explained below)
A recommended re-test interval (commonly 5 years, or sooner if advised)
Photos of key issues where helpful

(If you’d like, email us your last report and we’ll annotate it for you with plain-English notes—free lookover.)

Understanding the codes: C1, C2, C3, FI

C1 — Danger present. Immediate risk of injury. We make safe on the day (e.g., isolate the circuit) and advise urgent repair.
C2 — Potentially dangerous. Could become hazardous under fault conditions; remedials required for a pass.
C3 — Improvement recommended. Not immediately unsafe; upgrading would improve safety/compliance (e.g., labelling, RCD coverage on older installs).
FI — Further investigation. Something suggests a hidden fault; we need additional testing before the installation can be judged safe.

Pass/Fail rule of thumb:

Satisfactory = only C3s (or none).
Unsatisfactory = any C1, C2, or FI present until resolved.

We’ll map each observation to a clear recommendation and provide itemised remedial pricing where appropriate, so you’re not left guessing.

How long does an EICR take?

On-site time: commonly 2–4 hours for an average home (varies with circuit count and access).
Report delivery: typically same day to 48 hours depending on findings and photo collation.
Urgent/agent-driven cases: tell us your deadline—we’ll advise the earliest slot.

Power will be off intermittently while we test; we’ll coordinate with you or your tenants to minimise disruption.

Landlords: paperwork & practicalities

For rental properties, it’s smart to keep a tidy compliance folder:

EICR PDF (in date)
Remedial certificates or updated EICR if work was required
Appliance inspection/testing records (if you supply white goods)
Alarm compliance paperwork (smoke/heat/CO)

Most agents will ask to see these. We can provide digital copies and, if you like, set reminder prompts for re-tests.

What happens if the result is “Unsatisfactory”?

Don’t panic—this is common in older properties and is exactly what the EICR is for.

We’ll prioritise safety (make safe any C1).
You’ll get a clear remedials plan mapped to each observation (C2/FI and relevant C3s).
We’ll quote options—from quick fixes (broken accessories, missing bonding clamps) to planned upgrades (e.g., RCD/RCBO coverage or a consumer unit change).
Re-assessment: after remedials, we’ll issue the appropriate paperwork (either a remedial certificate or a fresh EICR confirming a pass).

Example observations (typical in East Kilbride homes)

No RCD on sockets/outdoor circuits → Often a C2 in many contexts
Undersized/absent bonding to gas/water → Common C2
Heat damage or signs of poor connections at the board → C2
DIY joins or borrowed neutrals uncovered during testing → FI until traced
Age-related wear (cracked plates, loose terminations) → C3 or C2 depending on risk

We include photos wherever they aid understanding and decision-making.

EICR vs PAT (what’s the difference?)

EICR = fixed wiring and protective devices (the installation).
PAT = inspection/testing of appliances you supply (e.g., fridge, washer, microwave).

Landlords often book them together; we can itemise both on one visit to keep things simple.

How to prepare (and keep costs sensible)

Clear access to the consumer unit, meter, and affected rooms/lofts.
List known issues (e.g., “bedroom socket loose,” “garden RCD trips”).
Share previous paperwork if you have it (old EICR, certificates).
Notify tenants about short power interruptions.

A tidy, accessible site lets us test more efficiently—your report is clearer and your quote stays sharper.

Why choose a proper, itemised EICR (not just a tick-box)

A thorough EICR does three valuable things:

Finds real risks before they become expensive failures.
Gives you leverage with agents/insurers because it’s defensible paperwork.
Creates a plan: what to fix now vs. what to budget for later.

That’s why we include photos, plain-English advice, and itemised remedials—so you can make decisions quickly.

Get an EICR quote

Ready to go—or want a quick sense of price for your home or portfolio?

See the service overview: EICR in East Kilbride
Check guide costs for related work: Pricing
Get an EICR quote: Tell us your postcode, number of circuits (if known), and whether you need PAT or a specific deadline.