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EICR Manchester

EICR testing is a legal requirement for property owners in Manchester. An EICR proves your electrical installation is safe, compliant, and suitable for tenant use. Without one, you risk fines of up to £30,000, insurance issues, and enforcement action from the local authority as a landlord.

Most EICR providers can test a flat. Fewer can test forty of them across six sites, coordinate access with tenants and site managers, complete the remedial work in-house, and hand you a single compliance position at the end of it.

Testimonials

Jon Gilbert and Robot

Factory Operations Manager

I worked closely with Addison Electrical from day 1 of the new factory installation and continue to use their services for additional works required, due to the ongoing expansion of the workshop. I found Mike and the team professional and particularly receptive to the constant communication required on such a large project.

Matt Lister

18. February, 2026.

Mike did a great job on a tricky domestic job that other electricians didn't want to do. Worked really hard and completed a nice neat job for a fair price. Would highly recommend 👌 …

Richard Dimon

18. February, 2026.

A very professional and friendly company to deal with right through from quotation to job completion. Gavin and Matthew took their time to understand our requirements and we are very pleased with the service and products that we received.

H Wynn

Bridgfords Countrywide

Addison Electrical have always provided a first class and efficient service, whilst remaining personable and friendly and ready to help in an emergency.

P Christopher

Senior Property Manager

I have used Addison Electrical on the sites I manage since 2008 and they have continued to provide an outstanding service, not just for ongoing and reactive maintenance but also for the electrical inspection and testing that is required regularly. The nature of property management calls for fast, efficient service and I would not hesitate to recommend Addison’s not only because of the high standards of their service and workmanship, but also because they are a company that care.

G Taylor

Senior Property Manager

Addison Electrical were recommended to me by a colleague several years ago, and I have not looked back since employing their services. Regardless of the nature of the work required – be it to replace a single light, carry out electrical testing or to provide a complete LED refurbishment of a development – I have found their service courteous and professional, as well as exceedingly reliable. Even if I am just after advice I know I can always pick up the phone to Mike and the team and they won’t hesitate to be of assistance. If ever I am asked to recommend a company to carry out electrical work, it is always Addison Electrical Contracting.

Addison Electrical has carried out electrical inspection and testing across Manchester and Greater Manchester since 1961. We are NICEIC-approved; we directly employ over 45 qualified electricians rather than subcontracting, and we have been testing for property managers on the same sites for well over a decade. That combination is what makes portfolio and multi-site work possible.

We also test single homes, and we do that properly. But if you are responsible for more than one property, this page is written for you.

Key Takeaways: EICR Testing in Manchester

An EICR is a legal requirement for all rental properties in Manchester and must be renewed every five years.
Non-compliance can result in fines up to £30,000 and enforcement action from the local authority.
A qualified, competent electrician must complete inspections, typically NICEIC-approved.
Commercial properties require testing every five years, and industrial units every three years.
Most residential EICRs take 2 to 4 hours, with digital reports issued within 24 to 48 hours.
Any C1 or C2 findings must be remedied within 28 days to achieve compliance.
Addison Electrical directly employs 45+ electricians, so portfolio testing and remedial work are handled by a single contractor.

Why Multi-Site EICR Testing Is a Different Job

Testing one property is a technical exercise. Testing a portfolio is a logistics exercise with a technical component, and most of what goes wrong has nothing to do with the inspection itself.

Access is the usual failure point. No-access visits are the single largest cause of missed compliance deadlines. We liaise directly with tenants and site managers to arrange suitable times, and we work with managing agents to sequence properties so a failed visit does not stall the whole programme.

Reporting has to be usable. A folder of forty individual PDFs is not a compliance position. We issue clear digital reports per property, and we can present findings so you can see which properties are satisfactory, which need remedial work, and which are approaching renewal.

Remedial work is where portfolios stall. An unsatisfactory EICR starts a 28-day clock. If your testing contractor cannot carry out the repairs, you are now sourcing a second contractor, re-scheduling access, and arranging a retest, all within four weeks. We complete remedial work and retest with the same team, so the clock is managed rather than passed to you.

Scale has to be real. With 45+ directly employed electricians developed through our own apprenticeship programme, we scale a team to a programme rather than subcontracting it out. The people on your sites are our people.

Who We Carry Out EICR Testing For

Property Managers and Managing Agents

We have worked with property management companies across Greater Manchester for decades, in some cases on the same managed sites continuously since 2008. We handle planned inspection programmes across portfolios, coordinate tenant access, and provide the documentation trail that audits and insurers require.

Fast, efficient service matters more in property management than in almost any other sector, and long client relationships are the only real evidence that a contractor delivers it.

Commercial and Industrial Operators

For offices, retail units, warehouses and industrial premises, we offer flexible scheduling, minimal disruption to trading or production, and scalable testing for large premises. Commercial sites require testing every five years and industrial units every three, and both need to stay operational while it happens.

We have delivered electrical work on live commercial sites including the Bentley Motors showroom in Crewe, the 21D Clinical facility in Warrington, and a multi-site programme for Torus Group across several North West offices.

Landlords and Letting Agents

Whether you hold one rental property or a portfolio, we provide compliant testing, clear digital EICR reports, and plain-English explanations of what the findings mean. We work directly with letting and managing agents on tenant liaison so testing does not become your administrative problem.

Homeowners

An EICR is not legally required for owner-occupied homes, but it is recommended every ten years and often requested when buying, selling, updating insurance, or planning renovations. We inspect consumer units, fixed wiring, sockets, lighting, earthing and protective devices, usually within two to four hours.

What Is an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report)?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a formal inspection of a property’s fixed electrical installation. It assesses whether the system is safe to use and compliant with current regulations.

The inspection covers:

Consumer units (fuse boards)
Fixed wiring
Sockets, switches, and lighting
Earthing and bonding
Protective devices such as RCDs

Each observation is graded:

C1: Immediate danger
C2: Potential danger
C3: Improvement recommended
FI: Further investigation required

A property passes the test when no C1 or C2 issues are present.

Is an EICR a Legal Requirement in Manchester?

Yes, an EICR is a legal requirement in Manchester. Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, landlords must:

Arrange EICR testing every 5 years
Use a qualified electrician
Provide a copy of the report to tenants
Complete required remedial work within 28 days
Keep records as proof of compliance

Local authorities across Greater Manchester actively enforce these rules.

EICR Costs in Manchester

Typical residential EICRs range from £120 to £350, depending on the number of circuits and the size of the property. Commercial and industrial pricing depends on site size, circuit count and access requirements.

For portfolios, we quote on a programme basis rather than per property, which usually works out lower per unit than booking individually. All quotes are provided in advance.

Remedial work is quoted separately from the inspection, so you always know what you are paying for the test and what you are paying for repairs.

How Often Each Property Type Needs Testing

Property type	Frequency	Status
Rental properties and HMOs	Every 5 years	Legal requirement
Commercial premises	Every 5 years	Required in most cases
Industrial units	Every 3 years	Required in most cases
Owner-occupied homes	Every 10 years	Recommended

Testing may be needed sooner after major electrical work, property damage, a change of occupancy, or when buying or selling.

Why Homes, Landlords and Businesses in Manchester Need EICR Testing

Homes, landlords, and businesses in Manchester need EICR testing to confirm their electrical systems are safe, compliant, and fit for continued use. An Electrical Installation Condition Report identifies fire risks, electric shock hazards, and hidden faults that can cause injury, property damage, or legal penalties.

For landlords and many businesses, EICR testing is a legal requirement under UK regulations, while homeowners benefit from early fault detection, insurance compliance, and reduced risk of costly emergencies.

The EICR Process

Booking: Arrange a suitable time (we can liaise with tenants)
Inspection & Testing: Visual checks and electrical testing
Report Issued: Digital EICR within 24 to 48 hours
Remedial Work (if required): Quoted clearly, no obligation. Where significant faults are found, electrical installation work may be needed to restore full compliance
Compliance Complete: Valid certificate issued

Proven on Complex and Multi-Site Work

We’ve worked on several complex projects from different industries:

Torus Group: A multi-site upgrade across several North West offices covering more than 800 desk spaces, scheduled around daily operations and coordinated with site managers and IT teams.

Bentley Motors: Electrical work for the Crewe showroom refurbishment, including lighting, AV and Cat6 data infrastructure, delivered in a live customer-facing environment.

21D Clinical Limited: A full fit-out in Warrington covering power, lighting, a complete fire alarm system to healthcare safety requirements, and data cabling.

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Our EICR Testing Services in Manchester

Landlord EICRs

We provide fast, compliant testing for:

Single rental homes
Property portfolios
Letting agents and managing agents

Services include:

Full inspection and testing
Clear, digital EICR reports
Plain-English explanations

Homeowner EICRs

Ideal if you’re:

Buying or selling a property
Updating insurance
Checking an older electrical system
Planning renovations

Commercial EICRs

For offices, retail units, and industrial sites, we offer:

Flexible scheduling
Minimal disruption
Scalable testing for large premises
Compliance with workplace regulations

Areas We Cover

We carry out EICR testing across Greater Manchester and the wider North West.

Greater Manchester and the wider North West, including Cheshire, Lancashire, Crewe, Warrington, Merseyside and Liverpool.

For portfolios spanning multiple towns, we plan testing routes geographically to reduce cost and shorten the overall programme.

Not sure if we cover your area? Call 07894 122640 or send us a message.

Why Choose Addison Electrical? EICR Testing Compliance Specialist in Manchester

Sixty-Five Years, One Family

Founded by Bill Addison in 1961 and now led by his son Mike, we have been testing Manchester properties since long before EICRs were called EICRs. Every certificate carries our name.

Directly Employed Electricians

Over 45 qualified electricians, developed through our own apprenticeship culture. We scale to your programme without handing your sites to unknown subcontractors.

NICEIC-Approved

Our work is independently assessed against national safety standards, and our certificates are accepted by councils, insurers and lenders.

Testing and Remedials Under One Contractor

The 28-day remedial window is the hardest part of EICR compliance to manage. We quote, complete and retest with the same team, including reactive maintenance for urgent faults.

Long Client Relationships

Some of the property managers we work with have used us continuously since 2008. In compliance work, retention is the only meaningful proof of service.

Full Compliance Coverage

EICR sits within our wider electrical inspection and testing service, alongside PAT testing, fixed wire testing and emergency lighting compliance, so one contractor can cover your certification requirements.

We don’t just issue certificates. We help you stay compliant and reduce long-term risk.

Book Your Manchester EICR Testing

Don’t risk non-compliance with Manchester’s electrical safety regulations. Whether you’re a landlord requiring certificates for rental properties, a homeowner ensuring family safety, or a property manager maintaining portfolio-wide compliance, we deliver EICR testing that combines legal certainty with genuine safety assurance.

Our 60+ years of serving Manchester, NICEIC certification, and family business accountability mean your EICR certificate comes from electricians who’ve made electrical safety their life’s work.

Call 07894 122640 or send us a message to book your EICR testing now.

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FAQs

What happens if my EICR is unsatisfactory?

Any C1 or C2 issues must be fixed within 28 days to achieve compliance. We quote the remedial work clearly, complete it with our own electricians, and retest so the certificate is issued within the window.

Can any electrician carry out an EICR test?

No. An EICR must be carried out by a qualified and competent electrician, typically NICEIC-, NAPIT-, or ECA-approved, who is trained to inspect and test in accordance with the BS 7671 wiring regulations.

How long does an EICR last in the UK?

An EICR is valid for 5 years for rental and commercial properties. For owner-occupied homes, it is recommended every 10 years, unless the report states otherwise.

Is an EICR an electrical survey?

Yes. An EICR is a formal electrical safety survey that assesses the condition of fixed wiring, circuits, and protective devices against current safety standards. For broader electrical testing in Manchester, including PAT testing and emergency lighting, see our full testing services

How often should a house have an EICR?

Most homes should have an EICR every 10 years, or when selling, buying, or after major electrical work. Rental properties must be tested every 5 years by law.

Can you complete the remedial work as well as the inspection?

Yes. We quote, complete and retest with the same team. This matters because an unsatisfactory EICR starts a 28-day compliance clock, and sourcing a separate contractor for repairs is where most portfolios miss the deadline.

How long does an EICR take?

Most residential EICRs take 2 to 4 hours. Commercial and industrial sites depend on size, circuit count and access. We confirm a realistic timeframe before work begins.

How often do commercial and industrial properties need an EICR?

Commercial premises such as offices, retail units and restaurants require testing every 5 years. Industrial units require testing every 3 years.

Will testing disrupt our business?

Testing involves temporary power interruptions, so we schedule around trading hours, shift patterns and production where required. Minimising disruption on live commercial sites is a routine part of our work.

Is an EICR the same as an electrical safety certificate?

Yes. An EICR is the formal electrical safety survey used to demonstrate that fixed wiring, circuits and protective devices meet current safety standards. It is sometimes referred to as an electrical safety certificate or an electrical survey.

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