EICR Cost Guide 2026 — How Much Does an EICR Cost?

The cost of an EICR depends primarily on the size of the property, with location, age of wiring, and number of circuits all playing a secondary role. For most UK landlords with standard residential rental properties, an EICR will cost between £ and £ per property.

This guide gives you a complete picture of what EICR certificates cost in 2026, what drives the price up or down, and how to make sure you're getting a genuine inspection rather than a cut-price rubber stamp.

How Much Does an EICR Cost in 2026?

EICR prices have remained broadly stable over the past few years, with modest increases tracking general inflation and rising engineer costs. The table below shows current market rates for a standard domestic EICR at My Landlord Certificate:

| Property size | EICR price | |---------------|------------| | Studio / 1 bedroom | £ | | 2–3 bedroom | £ | | 4 bedroom | £ | | 5 bedroom | £ |

All prices are fixed and inclusive of the inspection, testing, and the EICR report emailed to you on the same day. There are no call-out fees and no hidden charges.

What Factors Affect the Cost of an EICR?

Several variables influence how much an EICR costs beyond the basic property size:

Age of the electrical installation

Properties built before the 1970s — or those that have never had the wiring updated — present a more complex inspection. Older wiring systems (such as rubber-insulated cables or rewirable fuses) require more careful assessment and additional testing, which adds time and therefore cost.

Number of circuits

An EICR involves testing every circuit in the property. A modern 3-bedroom house typically has 8–12 circuits. A property that has been extended or modified over many years may have considerably more. More circuits mean a longer inspection and a higher price.

Number of consumer units

Some properties — particularly those that have been extended — have more than one consumer unit (fuse board). Each unit must be inspected and tested, adding time to the job.

Accessibility

If circuits are difficult to trace, if floorboards need to be lifted, or if the property has concealed wiring, the inspection will take longer. In most standard rental properties this is not an issue, but HMOs and older converted buildings can present access challenges.

Location

Engineer rates in central London and some other high-cost-of-living areas are typically 10–20% higher than rates in outer London or the South East. This is a reflection of higher operating costs, not a difference in inspection quality.

Additional EICR Charges to Be Aware Of

At My Landlord Certificate, we charge two additional fees that apply in specific circumstances:

• Congestion Zone supplement: £ — applies to properties within the London Congestion Charge zone
• Parking: £ — applies where the engineer cannot find free on-street parking within a reasonable distance

These are the only additional charges. There are no call-out fees, no fuel charges, and no charges for the certificate itself — it is included in the inspection price.

When comparing quotes from other providers, always ask whether the quoted price is inclusive of all charges. Some electricians quote a low base rate and then add call-out fees, parking charges or an additional fee for the certificate document.

Remedial Work Costs After a Failed EICR

If the EICR identifies C1 or C2 defects, you will need to arrange remedial work before the property can be declared electrically safe. Remedial work is priced separately from the EICR — and costs vary enormously depending on what needs to be fixed.

Common remedial items and approximate costs:

• Adding an RCD to an older consumer unit: £80–£150
• Replacing a consumer unit (fuse board upgrade): £350–£600
• Replacing damaged or deteriorated wiring on a single circuit: £100–£300
• Bonding an unconnected gas or water pipe: £50–£100
• Full rewire (older property): £2,500–£6,000+

The inspecting electrician should provide a written quote for remedial work before proceeding. You are not obliged to use the same electrician for remedial work as for the EICR, though using the same firm is often more convenient and can be faster.

Is a Cheap EICR Reliable?

A common question among landlords trying to minimise costs is whether a cheaper EICR is just as good as a more expensive one.

The short answer: a cheap EICR from an unaccredited or poorly qualified electrician is worse than no EICR at all — because it gives you false confidence and no legal protection.

A genuine EICR on a standard 2–3 bedroom house should take 2–4 hours. An electrician quoting £40–£50 for a 3-bed house and completing the job in under an hour is almost certainly not conducting a proper inspection and test. If a local authority later inspects the property and finds defects that a competent EICR should have identified, you could still face enforcement action — even if you have a certificate.

Things to check when choosing an EICR provider:

• Are they registered with NICEIC, NAPIT or Elecsa? (Verifiable on each scheme's website)
• Do they hold the City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent inspection and testing qualification?
• Do they provide a full EICR report (not just a pass/fail letter)?
• Is the price genuinely fixed, or will extras be added later?

EICR Cost at a Glance

For a quick-reference pricing table without the detail, see our dedicated EICR cost page — it shows current prices by property size and lets you book directly.

How to Get the Best Value EICR

Book in advance. Last-minute bookings — particularly where a tenancy is about to start — can limit your choice of engineer and sometimes attract a premium. Booking a week or more in advance gives you access to the full range of appointment slots.

Bundle with other certificates. If your property also needs a Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) or an EPC, booking them together as a bundle saves money compared to booking each service separately. Our landlord certificate bundles start from £130 for an EICR and Gas Safety Certificate combined — saving you over £14.99.

Portfolio discounts. If you have three or more rental properties, ask about a portfolio rate. Most reputable providers — including My Landlord Certificate — will offer a reduced rate per property for landlords booking multiple EICRs.

Don't delay remedial work. If the EICR identifies C2 defects, you have 28 days to arrange the work. Delaying can result in a follow-up inspection and the associated cost, or enforcement action from the local authority.

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