Landlord Electrical Compliance in East Kilbride: EICR + PAT Made Easy

Updated on Oct 2, 2025

Landlord Electrical Compliance in East Kilbride: EICR + PAT Made Easy

Staying compliant shouldn’t be confusing—or time-consuming. If you let property in East Kilbride, the core of electrical compliance is simple: keep an in-date EICR for the fixed wiring, maintain appliance inspection/test records (PAT) for anything you supply, complete any remedials promptly, and share the right documents with tenants. This guide explains exactly what to do, how often to do it, what it costs, and how we can manage the whole process for single lets and portfolios.

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Service & booking: EICR in East Kilbride
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TL;DR for busy landlords

EICR every 5 years (or sooner if the last report says so). Give the latest report to existing tenants and to new tenants before move-in.
PAT records for landlord-supplied appliances (fridge/freezer/washer etc.). Keep a simple inventory + test log.
Unsatisfactory EICR? Fix C1/C2/FI items promptly, document the remedials, and keep evidence with your EICR.
We offer a free, editable Appliance Log template (inventory + fuse ratings + test dates). Ask for it when you book.
Best next step: Book portfolio EICRs—we’ll schedule access, test, and send digital PDFs with clear remedial quotes.

EICR vs. PAT—what’s the difference?

EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report): A periodic test/inspection of the fixed wiring—consumer unit, circuits, sockets, lighting, earthing/bonding, protective devices. Outcome is Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory with observations and codes.
PAT (appliance inspection/testing): Visual checks and electrical tests on portable or stationary appliances you provide (e.g., fridge, washing machine, microwave, supplied lamps). Outcome is a pass/fail per item, plus a label and a record in your appliance log.

Both matter. The EICR confirms the installation is safe; the PAT log shows you’ve checked the items you’ve put in the property.

The 5-year cycle (and when to do it sooner)

The general expectation for private lets is an EICR at least every 5 years.
Your electrician can recommend a shorter interval (e.g., 3 years) based on installation condition, age, or usage—follow the interval stated on your last report.
Many landlords also align PAT with the EICR visit, then spot-check higher-risk appliances yearly (e.g., tumble dryers in HMOs). Frequency can be risk-based; we’ll advise.

Document sharing:

Provide the latest EICR to existing tenants and to new tenants before they move in.
Keep digital copies for agents/insurers and your own records.

What the EICR actually covers (and what the codes mean)

During an EICR we inspect and test:

Consumer unit (RCD/RCBO coverage, breaker ratings, surge protection if present)
Earthing & bonding (gas/water)
Circuit condition (insulation resistance, polarity, fault loop, Zs values)
Accessories (sockets, switches, lights) including bathrooms, kitchens and outdoor supplies
Alterations/DIY evidence, overheating, damaged terminations

Codes you’ll see:

C1 – Danger present: immediate risk; we make safe and quote to repair.
C2 – Potentially dangerous: requires remedial work for a pass.
C3 – Improvement recommended: not unsafe today; consider upgrading.
FI – Further investigation: something suggests a hidden fault—needs additional testing.

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

PAT: simple, defensible appliance records (with a free template)

If you provide appliances, keep a basic Appliance Inventory & Test Log:

Address and tenancy dates
Appliance description, make/model, location
Plug fuse rating and visual condition
Test date, results (pass/fail), next due date
Engineer initials/signature

We’ll share a free editable template when you book, so you can keep all properties consistent. Where possible, we barcode/label items so future visits are quicker and cleaner.

The compliance bundle we deliver

When we handle your property or portfolio, you’ll receive:

EICR PDF (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) with observations & photos for clarity
Appliance Log (if PAT requested) with labels on each item
Clear remedial quote mapped line-by-line to each C1/C2/FI (and optional C3s)
Completion paperwork after remedials (either an updated EICR or remedial certificates)
Renewal reminders ahead of the next due date

Everything is sent digitally—easy to forward to agents or insurers.

Costs: what to expect (and how to keep them sensible)

EICR pricing depends on circuit count, access, and property size. Bundling properties together saves visits and admin. For guide figures, see Pricing.

What moves the needle on price/time:

Clear access to the consumer unit and rooms (lofts/garages included)
A note of known issues (e.g., “garden sockets trip in wet weather”)
Any previous certificates you have (helps us map circuits faster)
Booking EICR + PAT together for one visit

We’ll always give a fixed, itemised quote before work starts.

Remedials: fast, itemised, and documented

If your report is Unsatisfactory, don’t panic—this is common in older stock. We’ll prioritise:

Make safe any C1 immediately.
Quote each observation clearly (C2/FI and any advisable C3).
Schedule works—often we can handle minor items the same day (broken accessories, missing bonding clamps).
Evidence the fix—we’ll issue completion paperwork so your compliance file is airtight.

Typical remedials we see in EK rentals:

No RCD/RCBO coverage on sockets/outdoor circuits → upgrade path or RCBO change
Missing/undersized bonding to gas/water → install to the correct size and label
Heat damage at consumer unit → re-terminate/replace affected devices, assess load
DIY joins/borrowed neutrals uncovered in testing → trace, separate, re-terminate correctly
Aged/damaged accessories → replace and label

Portfolio management: one inbox, many keys

Letting multiple properties? We’ll make it easy:

Portfolio calendar with all addresses, due dates, and contact details
Tenant messaging templates (we can send on your behalf if preferred)
Key collection/return coordination
Grouped invoicing (per property or monthly batch)
Progress tracker: EICR status, PAT completion, remedials, certificates issued

Ask about Book portfolio EICRs and we’ll set everything up in one go.

How to prepare (copy/paste for your tenant email)

Electrical safety visit – what to expect
We’ll need access to the fuse board, meter, and all rooms (including lofts/cupboards). Power will be off in short periods while we test. Please:
• Clear access to the consumer unit and key sockets/switches
• Let us know if any appliances are not working or trip power
• Secure pets and move fragile items from work areas
Thank you—most visits take 2–4 hours depending on property size.

Common pitfalls (and easy wins)

Pitfalls

Letting the EICR lapse past the due date (especially at change of tenancy)
No tenant copy on file—keep a sent-email or signed handover record
PAT not aligned with EICR (extra visits, extra cost)
Missing bonding and RCD protection—repeat EICR fails

Easy wins

Bundle EICR + PAT; label appliances properly
Switch to RCBOs per circuit during upgrades to reduce nuisance trips
Keep a single digital compliance folder per property (we’ll supply all PDFs)

FAQs

How long does an EICR take?
Typically 2–4 hours for a standard home, longer if access is tricky or there are many circuits/outbuildings.

What if my EICR is Unsatisfactory right before a new tenancy?
We’ll make safe, prioritise C1/C2/FI, and aim to complete minor remedials quickly. You’ll get documentation to show the property is being actively brought to compliance.

How often should PAT be done?
Risk-based. Many landlords align with the EICR visit and spot-check annually for heavy-use items. We’ll advise based on your inventory.

Do I need to upgrade my consumer unit to pass?
Not automatically. We’ll explain your options if RCD/RCBO coverage is lacking or devices show heat damage. Sometimes targeted remedials solve it; other times a board upgrade is the best long-term fix.

Book portfolio EICRs

Ready to get everything squared away—without juggling five different dates? Send your addresses and preferred time windows and we’ll build a single schedule, handle tenant access, and deliver tidy PDFs and logs you can forward straight to your agent or insurer.

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