EICR Testing in Liverpool & Birkenhead
Professional Electrical Installation Condition Reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses across Liverpool, Birkenhead and the Wirral. Dan Electrician inspects and tests the fixed electrical installation, identifies defects and provides a clear report explaining the condition of your electrics.
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What Is an EICR?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is an inspection and test of the fixed electrical installation in a property. It looks at the condition of items such as wiring, consumer units, protective devices, earthing and circuits to identify deterioration, defects or other issues that could affect electrical safety.
What Do EICR Codes C1, C2, C3 & FI Mean?
If an EICR finds an issue, the observation is given a classification code to show how serious it is and what action is recommended. The code is based on the safety risk identified during inspection and testing — not simply whether something complies with the newest version of the Wiring Regulations.
C1 — Danger Present
Immediate action is necessary. A C1 means there is a present danger and a risk of injury. The affected part of the installation may need to be made safe straight away.
C2 — Potentially Dangerous
Urgent remedial action is necessary. A C2 means the inspector has identified a condition that could become dangerous and should be corrected as a priority. A C1 or C2 observation results in an unsatisfactory EICR.
C3 — Improvement Recommended
A C3 means the installation could be improved, but the observation does not by itself make the EICR unsatisfactory. Older electrical work can be safe even though it may not meet every requirement of the latest edition of BS 7671
FI — Further Investigation Advised
FI is used where further investigation is advised because the inspection has identified something that cannot be fully determined within the scope of the EICR. Under BS 7671:2018+A4:2026, an FI observation no longer makes the report unsatisfactory by itself.
An EICR is not about finding reasons to sell unnecessary work. The purpose is to determine whether the electrical installation is in a satisfactory condition for continued use and to clearly explain any safety issues that are found