The “landlord electrical safety certificate” is the EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) every privately rented home in England must have at least every five years. Here’s what it costs in 2026, what drives the price, and the one cost landlords most often overlook.

What you’ll typically pay

The price tracks the size of the property (number of circuits) and location:

• 1-bed flat: ~£120–£180
• 2–3 bed house: ~£150–£250
• 4+ bed house: ~£250–£350+
• London premium: expect the upper end of each band

HMOs and larger properties cost more because there are more circuits to test and the inspection is more involved.

Why the price varies

• Number of circuits — the single biggest factor; more circuits, more testing.
• Property age and condition — older installations take longer to test thoroughly.
• Location — London and the South East run higher than the national average.
• Access — a board and circuits that are easy to reach speed things up.

Be cautious of unusually cheap quotes — a proper EICR involves real testing time, and a rushed, under-priced inspection can miss things or over-code to generate remedial work.

The cost landlords forget: remedial work

This is the big one. The EICR fee covers the inspection and report — not fixing anything. If the report comes back unsatisfactory (any C1, C2, or FI code), you must carry out remedial work within 28 days, and that’s quoted separately.

Common remedial costs range from minor (tightening connections, replacing a faulty accessory — tens of pounds) to significant (a new consumer unit, ~£500+, or a partial rewire). So budget for the possibility, especially on older properties. Our EICR codes guide explains which codes trigger mandatory work.

What’s included in a proper EICR

• Full inspection and testing of the fixed wiring
• A satisfactory/unsatisfactory report with coded observations
• The certificate you provide to tenants and (on request) the council

What’s not included: any remedial work, and usually not portable appliances (that’s PAT testing, a separate service).

How to keep costs sensible

• Book inspection and any remedial work with the same electrician — avoids paying twice for access.
• Don’t leave it to the last minute — emergency turnarounds cost more.
• Bundle multiple properties if you have a portfolio.
• Address known issues proactively so they don’t become urgent C1s.

Your legal obligations (a reminder)

Beyond cost, remember the duty: a satisfactory EICR at least every 5 years, a copy to tenants within 28 days, remedial work on C1/C2/FI within 28 days, and the report to the council on request. Penalties for non-compliance reach £30,000. See our full landlord EICR rules.

Is it the same as an EICR?

Yes — “landlord electrical safety certificate”, “electrical safety certificate”, and “EICR” all refer to the same report. There’s no separate, cheaper “certificate” — anyone offering one is offering an EICR. For the full picture on EICR pricing generally, see our EICR cost guide.

Get a landlord EICR quote

For a properly priced, thorough landlord EICR across East London — with any remedial work quoted clearly and separately — GFL Electrical are your local NICEIC electricians. See our EICR testing service or call 020 3774 5604.