EICRS

An electrical installation condition report (EICR) is a formal inspection report on the condition of the fixed electrical wiring in a property in the UK.

In simple terms, it’s a safety check to see if an electrical installation is:

Safe to use
In good working order
Compliant with current wiring regulations (BS 7671)

Landlord Safety checks

In the UK it is a requirement for Landlords to EICR carried out on any rental properties. This is set out in the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020.

Rental properties must have an EICR carried out every 5 years and also on the change of tenancy.

House buyer safety checks

If you are buying a new house you may wish to commission an EICR to ensure the electrical instalaltion is safe and will not cost you a significant amount of money once you've bought the property.

It is important to note that an EICR is a report on the condition of the electrical installation and this is generally compared to the regs at the time the time of the install. Whilst there are some exceptions, the general rule is that the installation doesn't need to meet current regs but the regs at the time it was constructed. At Wye Valley Electrical we will not only comment on the safety of the installation but also it's suitability for adding circuits and making adjustments - this could help save you a lot of money if you plan to carry out work on the new property.

All of our installs are done to the highest spec using the best quality parts and materials.

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We carry out both domestic and commercial EV charger installation.

Testimonials

Pauline Strong

"Exceptional service. Rob went out of his way to ensure my electricity installation safe, after a botched job by someone else. He provided excellent customer care, was prompt and efficient. He took care with keeping my carpet clean too! Highly recommended by a very happy customer!"

Simon Robertson

"Can highly recommend. From initial to visit Rob is extremely professional, always trying to find you the most cost effective best solution. Work is carried out to an exceptionally high quality and Rob will always go over and above."

Richard Burrows

"Highly recommend! Rob arrived on time, did excellent work, and was very professional. Great service!"

Kim Marston

"Rob at Wye Valley Electrical did an excellent job for me. Very prompt to respond to my request for electrical work needed, excellent work done, and very professional overall. Very pleased indeed. I shall definitely use Wye Valley Electrical in the future. Excellent."

Liane Howard

"Very impressed with the service. Rob is both professional and agreeable. He is prompt and efficient, and completes the work to an excellent standard. He also takes the trouble to clean and tidy up after the job, which is much appreciated. We would highly recommend him."

Where we work

The majority of our work is across Herefordshire and the surrounding areas including:

Hereford
Ledbury
Ross on Wye
Leominster
Ludlow
Hay on Wye
Worcester
Bromyard
Kington
Monmouth

We carry our work across the country and have traveled as far as Manchester and Yorkshire. Please get in touch to discuss your next electrical project

About us

Picking an electrician can be difficult. We are proud that the majority of our work comes through word of mouth, recommendations and repeat customers.

We are a family business ran by me (Rob) with the support of my wife and 2 daughters. When you ring up it will be me you speak to and I will be the one quoting, carrying out the work and providing any follow up services. We are fully insured and are DBS checked and are more than happy to provide copies of these documents along with our qualifications.

I am a fully qualified electrician having done a full electrical apprenticeship and also hold a Gold Card. I also hold the following qualifications:

City & Guilds 2391-52 – Inspection & Testing

This qualification covers electrical inspection, testing, and certification. It means I am trained to thoroughly test installations, identify faults, and certify electrical work safely and correctly — including EICRs (Electrical Installation Condition Reports). This is sometimes recognised as being an 'approved electrician' or 'approved contractor'.

City & Guilds 2921 – Electric Vehicle Charging Installation

This qualification covers the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electric vehicle charge points for both domestic and commercial premises. It ensures EV chargers are installed safely, correctly integrated with existing electrical systems, and compliant with current UK standards.

BPEC Solar Photovoltaic Systems

This qualification covers the design and installation of solar PV systems, allowing us to safely install and maintain solar panels for homes and businesses.

BPEC Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS)

This covers the installation of battery storage systems, enabling safe integration of home energy storage alongside solar PV systems and the electrical supply.

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

This is the current UK standard for electrical installations. Holding the 18th Edition means all work is carried out in line with the latest safety regulations, ensuring installations are safe, compliant, and up to date with current legal requirements.

We are a Part P registered company

As a member of Napit we can self-certify domestic electrical work. This not only allows us to self-notify any work we carry out to building regs but also gives you the reassurance that we hold the correct qualifications to be able to carry out electrical work.