Five Years Fly By – Is Your EICR Still Valid?

If you’re a domestic landlord, you’ll know how quickly five years can pass. That means one thing: it’s time to check if your EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is still valid. Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, landlords must have an electrical inspection at least once every five years by a qualified electrician. Missing it isn’t just risky—it can be very expensive.

According to Electrical Times, one in three landlords could face fines of up to £30,000 for being unsure or not having a valid EICR. Landlord Zone has also warned that many landlords underestimate how serious these penalties can be. Meanwhile, Landlord Today found that more than 20% of landlords didn’t even realise an EICR was a legal requirement. The message is clear: letting this slip is a costly mistake.

1) Why East Midlands Landlords Need to Act

The regulations aren’t optional. Landlords must:

• Provide tenants with a copy of the EICR within 28 days.
• Provide local authorities with a copy within seven days if requested.
• Carry out remedial work within 28 days of an unsatisfactory report.

As Landlord Today recently noted, councils are increasing enforcement, with some already serving remedial notices and charging landlords for emergency work. And the fine? Up to £30,000 per property.

Add to that the risk of invalidated insurance policies and potential problems with re-letting or repossessions, and it’s clear that staying compliant is non-negotiable.

2) Why Choose Definitive Electrical Solutions

At Definitive Electrical Solutions, we take the stress out of compliance for East Midlands landlords. Here’s why we’re trusted across Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Burton upon Trent and all surrounding areas:

• Highly trained electricians – our team is fully qualified and experienced in landlord electrical safety, EICRs, and remedial work.
• Enhanced DBS/CRB checked – for peace of mind when working in your tenants’ homes.
• Local coverage – we’re based right here in the East Midlands, close to every major town and city, meaning fast response times and reliable service.
• Compliance monitoring – we keep track of your inspection dates and send reminders, so you never miss a deadline again.
• One-stop service – from testing to any follow-up repairs, we handle it all, keeping you compliant within the 28-day window.

3) What East Midlands Landlords Say

We’ve recently helped several landlords with HMOs who had forgotten when their last inspection was due. One landlord told us, “I thought I still had another year—I had no idea it had already been five.” Because we track dates, we were able to remind them in time, arrange the inspection, and keep them compliant without issue.
 

4) Don’t Risk It With Other “Electricians Near Me”

Searching online for “electricians near me” will bring up dozens of results—but when it comes to landlord EICR tests, you need more than just a local electrician near me. You need one who is:

• Qualified and competent to carry out landlord EICRs.
• Familiar with the legal responsibilities of landlords.
• Backed by experience and trust in the East Midlands rental sector. 

That’s where Definitive Electrical Solutions stands apart.

5) Quick Recap

• EICRs are required every 5 years for rented properties.
• 1 in 3 landlords are at risk, according to Electrical Times, Landlord Zone, and Landlord Today.
• Fines can reach £30,000 per property if you miss your renewal.
• Definitive Electrical Solutions – highly trained, enhanced DBS checked, and local to all East Midlands towns and cities – keeps landlords fully compliant.

Ready to book your next EICR test? Contact Definitive Electrical Solutions today—the East Midlands’ trusted partner for landlord electrical safety.