Electrical Installation Condition Reports: EICR Guide for Property Owners
                     COMMERCIAL PROPERTY SAFETY
Electrical Installation
Condition Reports
A clearer view of the fixed electrical installation, its condition, and the 
attention points that support better property decisions.
WHAT AN EICR DOES
An EICR shows the condition of a fixed 
electrical installation
An 
Electrical Installation Condition Report rec
ords
 the observed condition of a fixed electrical 
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and potential risks so owners, landlords, and 
facilities teams can decide what needs further 
investigation or attention.
WHY PROPERTY TEAMS ARRANGE ONE
The report creates a practical baseline for safety, maintenance, and next decisions.
Why property teams arrange EICRs
Check condition Find issues Plan safely Decide clearly
Review the state of the Identify faults, damage, Support maintenance Give owners and 
electrical installation. and matters needing planning and property facilities teams a 
attention. safety. clearer basis for 
decisions.
INSPECTION OVERVIEW
The inspection looks at the installation’s essential safety points
Fixed wiring Protection Controls Visible condition
Wiring, circuits, and the Protective devices, Switches, sockets, and Damage, deterioration, 
installation’s fixed earthing, and bonding. consumer units. and items requiring 
components. remedial attention.
WHEN TO CONSIDER ONE
Common moments to consider an EICR:
• Commercial properties, including offices, 
shops, hospitality, industrial, and 
warehouse settings
• Rental or managed properties
• Property purchase, sale, or handover
• Older electrical installations
• Periodic safety checks, or work planned 
around major electrical changes
FROM OBSERVATION TO ACTION
The report turns observations into clear attention points
SATISFACTORY REVIEW
Satisfactory condition Issues requiring attention
The installation is reported as being in Observations and classification codes flag areas 
satisfactory condition. to review.
ACT NEXT STEP
Potential risks Prioritise action
Defects or deterioration may call for remedial work. Use the findings to prioritise investigation, repair, or 
ongoing monitoring.
WHY IT MATTERS TO PROPERTY TEAMS
A professional inspection supports better property decisions
Build a clearer picture of electrical condition Keep useful documentation for facilities 
and asset records
Spot potential problems earlier
Plan maintenance with more confidence
Support safer property management
A WIDER PROPERTY CHECK
Energy Performance Certificate Check
Commercial EPC Direct provides commercial Energy Performance Certificates 
and property assessments for offices, retail spaces, industrial units, and 
hospitality venues.
The site describes a process of sharing property details, booking a visit, and receiving a digital 
certificate.
USE ALONGSIDE CHOOSE THE RIGHT CHECK
Wider property planning Match the next decision
Use EPC checks alongside wider property and Keep the focus on the right assessment for the 
compliance planning. property and its next decision.
Start with a clearer view of your property
Arrange an EICR or discuss the right property 
assessment for your next compliance decision.
• Website: 
www.commercialepcdirect.co.uk
• Phone: 1827 488063
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