You need an EICR — for a tenancy, a sale, or peace of mind — and the prices you’re seeing range wildly. Some of that is genuine (property size, location); some is the gap between a thorough inspection and a rushed one. Here’s what an EICR should cost in 2026, what the price does and doesn’t include, and how to make sure you’re paying for a proper job rather than a tick-box.

EICR cost by property size

EICR pricing is driven mainly by the number of circuits — which tracks property size — and your location, with London and the South East at the top of the range. As a 2026 guide for domestic properties:

• Flat / small property: around £100–£180
• Average 3-bed house: around £150–£250
• Larger property (4+ beds): around £250–£350+

London sits at the upper end of each band. A bigger property has more circuits to test, which takes longer — that’s the main reason the figure rises.

What the price includes (and what it doesn’t)

This is where people get caught out. The EICR fee covers the inspection and the report only — testing every circuit and documenting the condition. It does not include fixing anything.

If the report comes back unsatisfactory (a C1, C2, or FI), the remedial work to put those right is quoted separately. So “£150 for an EICR” is the inspection; a failed board or missing RCD protection is an additional, separate cost. A trustworthy electrician makes that distinction clear up front.

Why the cheapest quote isn’t always the bargain

A suspiciously cheap EICR can mean a rushed, shallow inspection — or, worse, an assessor who under-prices the test and makes it up on inflated remedial work. A fair EICR is priced for a thorough inspection by a registered electrician, with a full signed report. Two simple protections:

• Confirm it’s a genuine, signed report listing every circuit and observation — not a one-line “pass.”
• Ask whether the price covers just the inspection (it should) and get any remedial work quoted separately — and remember you can have that work done by someone else.

For landlords

If you let property in England, an EICR is a legal requirement every five years and before a new tenancy. Factor it into your running costs alongside any remedial work — and remember non-compliance can mean fines of up to £30,000, so a planned EICR is far cheaper than the alternative.

What affects the final price

• Property size / number of circuits — the biggest factor.
• Location — London and the South East are dearest.
• Accessibility — if circuits, the consumer unit, or wiring are hard to reach, it takes longer.
• Property age and condition — older installations can take longer to test thoroughly.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an EICR cost in the UK? Roughly £100–£180 for a flat, £150–£250 for a 3-bed house, and £250–£350+ for larger properties, with London at the higher end.

Does the EICR price include fixing problems? No — it covers the inspection and report only. Any remedial work for C1/C2/FI items is quoted separately.

Why is an EICR more expensive for a bigger house? More circuits to test means more time, so the price rises with property size.

Is a cheap EICR a good deal? Not always. A very low price can mean a rushed inspection or one padded out with inflated remedial work. Look for a full signed report from a registered electrician.

How much does an EICR cost in London? London sits at the upper end of the national ranges — typically toward £180 for a flat and £250–£350+ for houses, depending on size.

How often do I need to pay for one? Landlords: every five years (and before a new tenancy). Homeowners: every ten years is the guide — not legally required but sensible.

Get a clear EICR price

We price EICRs on your property, tell you exactly what’s included, and quote any remedial work separately so you can decide. No tick-box inspections, no inflated repairs. GFL Electrical are NICEIC-approved electricians serving East London.

See our EICR testing service or our full EICR guide, or get in touch for a quote.