Can a Bromley block converted into flats count as an HMO?

It can, if it was converted before 1991, or after 1991 without Building Regulations approval. Under Bromley's HMO definition, 3 or more people must also live in 2 or more of the flats, and less than two thirds of the flats must be owner-occupied. Conversions where facilities sit across a communal landing are also covered, and any building that qualifies has to meet the council's adopted HMO standards.

Is an EICR a legal requirement for landlords in Bromley?

Yes. The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 require all landlords — including those renting properties in Bromley — to hold a valid EICR. The requirement has applied to all tenancies in England since April 2021. Landlords must provide a copy to tenants before they move in and to the local authority within 7 days of a written request. Failure to comply can result in a civil penalty of up to £40,000 per breach.

How much does an EICR cost in Bromley?

An EICR in Bromley starts from £67.99 for a studio apartment. A 1–3 bedroom property costs £94.99. Prices scale by property size up to £199.99 for an 8-bedroom HMO. The only location-based surcharge is £20 for properties within the London Congestion Charge Zone, and £10 if no free on-site parking is available.

How long does an EICR take in Bromley?

Most EICR inspections in Bromley take 2–4 hours depending on the size and age of the property. Older properties and larger installations may take slightly longer. You do not need to be present; a tenant or keyholder can provide access and the certificate will be emailed directly to you within 24 hours.

How often do I need an EICR?

The law requires an EICR every 5 years, or at each change of tenancy — whichever comes first. If the engineer recommends a shorter re-inspection interval in the report (for example 2 years on an older or complex installation), that interval takes precedence. Always keep the EICR certificate on file — you must be able to supply a copy to tenants and your local authority on request.

What happens if my EICR fails?

An EICR is classified as 'unsatisfactory' if the engineer finds a C1 (immediate danger) or C2 (potentially dangerous) code. C1 hazards must be made safe by the engineer before leaving the property. C2 observations must be remedied within 28 days and evidenced in writing to your local authority before the property can be legally let. C3 codes (improvement recommended) do not cause the EICR to fail — the property can still receive a satisfactory result. We can arrange remedial works through our network of NICEIC approved electricians.

NICEIC Approved · Certificate Within 24 Hours · Bromley

EICR Bromley — from £67.99

Electrical Installation Condition Report for landlords in Bromley. NICEIC approved electricians, fixed pricing, no hidden charges — certificate emailed within 24 hours.

Postcodes covered: BR3, BR2, BR5, BR6, BR1, SE20, BR4, BR7, TN16, SE9, SE26, SE19. Same-week appointments available — book online in under 3 minutes.

from£67.99

Book EICR in Bromley — from £67.99 View pricing

From: £67.99
Valid for: 5 years
Certificate: within 24 hours
Accreditation: NICEIC Approved

What is an EICR?

An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is a formal inspection and test of all fixed electrical wiring, sockets, switches, light fittings and the consumer unit within a rental property. A qualified NICEIC approved electrician tests every circuit from the consumer unit, checks earthing and bonding arrangements, and assigns a condition code to every observation that falls below the current British Standard BS 7671 — the IET Wiring Regulations. The result is a written report that tells you whether the electrical installation is satisfactory for continued use and — if not — what needs to be addressed and within what timeframe.

Since April 2021, every private landlord in England has been legally required to hold a valid EICR and renew it every five years. This national duty applies in Bromley as it does across England, and an HMO licence can add its own conditions on top. Failure to comply can result in a civil penalty of up to £40,000 per breach and a remedial notice from your local authority.

Legal requirement: The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 apply to all rental properties in Bromley. Every landlord must hold a valid EICR, provide a copy to tenants before they move in, and supply it to their local authority within 7 days of a written request. Failure carries a civil penalty of up to £40,000 per breach.

EICR in Bromley — local property context

Bromley is London's largest borough by area, at 59 square miles, and over half of it is open countryside, much of it Metropolitan Green Belt. Semi-detached houses are its most common home type, at 29.9% of households (Census 2021). Of 143,430 council tax properties, 25.7% were built in the 1930s and 34.6% between 1945 and 1982 (VOA 2025).

Census 2021 counted 23,661 Bromley households renting privately, 17.4% of the total and the third lowest share of the 33 London boroughs. Our NICEIC approved electricians are experienced with the specific electrical characteristics common to properties in the BR3, BR2, BR5, BR6, BR1, SE20, BR4, BR7, TN16, SE9, SE26, SE19 postcode areas and regularly carry out EICR inspections across Bromley for private landlords, letting agents and HMO operators.

Postcodes covered in Bromley

BR3, BR2, BR5, BR6, BR1, SE20, BR4, BR7, TN16, SE9, SE26, SE19 and surrounding areas. Enter your full postcode during booking to confirm coverage and availability.

EICRs in Bromley's converted shared houses

Bromley's Housing Strategy 2019-2029 describes HMO conversions as "often done cheaply and without due attention to safety". It also says the overall quality of the borough's housing "is not fully known".

If you take on a house that someone else converted to shared use, an EICR before the first let shows what that work has left behind in the wiring.

Property licensing in Bromley

Mandatory HMO licensing
Mandatory HMO · In force
Applies to:
HMOs with 5 or more people forming 2 or more households who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet
Area:
Whole borough
Period:
National scheme, no end date; licences last 5 years (the only scheme in Bromley as of October 2026)

Checked October 2026. Schemes and fees change, so confirm the current position on the London Borough of Bromley licensing page.

Households in detached houses: 18.1% (London 6.1%); Census 2021
Households in purpose-built flats: 23.5% (London 40.3%); Census 2021
Homes built before 1919: 17.0% (London 29.1%); VOA 2025
Households heated by mains gas only: 82.2%, the highest in London (London 70.5%); Census 2021
Households living in houses: 68.6% (London 46.0%); Census 2021
Households who own their home: 68.5% (London 45.2%); Census 2021
Homes built in 2000 or later: 10.5% (London 17.9%); VOA 2025
Conservation areas: 47; Bromley Council

Sources

EICR pricing in Bromley

Fixed pricing by property size. The same prices apply in Bromley as across all other London boroughs — no London surcharge. The only location-based fee is the £20 Congestion Charge Zone addition for central London properties.

Prices are per property with one consumer unit and up to 12 circuits. See notes below for additional charges.

Domestic EICR — Bromley pricing

Description	Price
Studio ApartmentCheapest	£67.99Book
1–3 Bedrooms	£94.99Book
4 Bedrooms	£104.99Book
5 Bedrooms	£139.99Book
6 Bedrooms	£159.99Book
7 Bedrooms	£179.99Book
8 Bedrooms	£199.99Book

Additional charges (where applicable)

Parking charge if no free on-site parking is available: £10
Properties in the London Congestion Charge Zone: £20

Pricing notes

·Prices shown are for properties with one consumer unit (one fuse board). Most standard residential properties have one.
·Properties with more than one consumer unit — common in HMOs, converted flats, and larger houses — are charged an additional £49.99 per extra consumer unit. Your engineer confirms the number of consumer units on arrival.
·Each consumer unit covers up to 12 circuits. Installations with more than 12 circuits per consumer unit are charged an additional £10 per circuit above 12.

Want a detailed cost breakdown? See our full EICR cost guide →

What's included from £67.99

Every EICR we carry out in Bromley covers the complete fixed electrical installation at no extra cost beyond the price shown.

Visual inspection of all accessible wiring, sockets, switches and light fittings
Testing of all circuits for continuity, insulation resistance and polarity
RCD (residual current device) testing for all protective devices
Consumer unit check — type, condition, labelling and protective devices
Earthing and bonding arrangement check against BS 7671
NICEIC approved engineer — fully qualified and independently assessed
Signed EICR certificate emailed within 24 hours
Prioritised remedial recommendations with C1/C2/C3 classification

EICR Bromley — frequently asked questions

Other landlord certificates in Bromley

We also cover these landlord certificates in Bromley:

Gas Safety

in Bromley

EPC

in Bromley

FRA

in Bromley

PAT Testing

in Bromley

Commercial EICR

in Bromley

Electrical Diagnostic

in Bromley

Fuse Box

in Bromley

Emergency Lights

in Bromley

Commercial Gas (CP42)

in Bromley

Boiler Installation

in Bromley

Fire Safety Cert

in Bromley

Fire Alarm Install

in Bromley

Fire Door Cert

in Bromley

Extinguisher Testing

in Bromley

Commercial EPC

in Bromley

Asbestos Survey

in Bromley

Legionella

in Bromley

EICR in nearby boroughs

We cover all 33 London boroughs. See EICR pricing and booking for areas near Bromley:

EICR Lewisham

from £67.99 · SE6, SE13, SE23 …

EICR Croydon

from £67.99 · CR0, CR2, CR7 …

EICR Greenwich

from £67.99 · SE18, SE9, SE10 …

Book your EICR in Bromley

Book online in under 3 minutes. A NICEIC approved electrician confirms your appointment. Certificate emailed within 24 hours.

Same-week appointments across Bromley and all 33 London boroughs — or call 020 3996 1070.

Book EICR in Bromley — from £67.99

Fixed pricing. No hidden charges. NICEIC approved. Certificate emailed within 24 hours.