Failed EICR Remedial Works in South West London
If Your EICR Has Failed, We Can Help
Receiving an unsatisfactory EICR can be worrying, especially if you are a landlord, homeowner, letting agent or business owner. The good news is that most failed EICRs can be resolved quickly without requiring a full rewire.
BuildSpark specialises in EICR remedial works throughout South West London, helping clients correct electrical safety issues, restore compliance and obtain the certification they need. Recent Project: Failed EICR Remedial Works completed at a Wimbledon property.
✔ Fast remedial electrical work
✔ Clear explanation of your EICR report
✔ Landlord compliance support
✔ NAPIT Registered Electrician
✔ Certification provided where required
What Does a Failed EICR Mean?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is classified as unsatisfactory when defects are identified that could affect the safety of the electrical installation.
Common observations include:
- C1 – Danger Present
- C2 – Potentially Dangerous
- FI – Further Investigation Required
These observations normally require corrective action before the installation can be considered satisfactory. If you have not yet obtained an EICR, we also provide EICR Certificates in Tooting for landlords, homeowners and businesses.
Common Reasons Why an EICR Fails
We regularly carry out remedial works for:
- Lack of RCD protection
- Outdated fuse boards
- Missing earthing or bonding
- Damaged sockets and switches
- Faulty lighting circuits
- Incorrect circuit protection
- Exposed live conductors
- Unsafe DIY electrical work
- Electrical faults causing circuits to trip
- Damaged or deteriorated wiring
- Missing smoke alarms
- Consumer unit defects
Many of these issues can be corrected without major disruption.
EICR Code Breakdown
C1 – Danger Present
A C1 observation indicates an immediate risk of injury and requires urgent action.
C2 – Potentially Dangerous
A C2 observation indicates a defect that could become dangerous and must be corrected.
FI – Further Investigation Required
An FI observation means additional testing is required before the condition of the installation can be confirmed.
C3 – Improvement Recommended
A C3 observation does not result in a failed EICR but highlights recommended improvements.
How BuildSpark Can Help
We provide a complete EICR remedial service including:
Fuse Board Upgrades
Older consumer units are one of the most common reasons for failed EICRs.
Electrical Fault Finding
Some EICR observations require additional testing to identify the underlying fault.
Rewiring Repairs
Where damaged wiring is discovered, we can carry out partial rewiring and circuit repairs.
Electrical Safety Repairs
We also carry out:
- Socket replacements
- Switch replacements
- Earthing upgrades
- Bonding upgrades
- Circuit repairs
- Lighting repairs
- Smoke alarm upgrades
Failed EICRs for Landlords
If you are a landlord and your EICR has been classified as unsatisfactory, remedial works should be completed as soon as reasonably practicable.
We regularly work with:
- Landlords
- Letting agents
- Property managers
- HMO operators
Helping them achieve compliance and maintain safe rental properties.
What Happens After a Failed EICR?
- Review the observations.
- Receive a quotation for remedial works.
- Complete the required repairs.
- Carry out testing where necessary.
- Receive certification and documentation.
Areas We Cover
We provide failed EICR repairs throughout:
- Tooting
- Wimbledon
- Balham
- Clapham
- Earlsfield
- Streatham
- Battersea
- Wandsworth
- Putney
- Mitcham
- South West London
- Surrey
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Frequently Asked Questions?
What does it mean if my EICR has failed?
A failed EICR means defects have been identified that require corrective action or further investigation before the installation can be considered satisfactory.
What is the difference between C1, C2, C3 and FI?
C1 indicates danger present, C2 indicates a potentially dangerous condition, C3 recommends improvements and FI requires further investigation.
Is a C2 code an automatic EICR failure?
Yes. A C2 observation will normally result in an unsatisfactory EICR.
Can I still rent my property if the EICR has failed?
Landlords should arrange remedial works as soon as possible to maintain compliance with electrical safety requirements.
How much does it cost to fix a failed EICR?
The cost depends on the observations listed in the report. Many issues can be resolved quickly and cost-effectively.
Is a failed EICR dangerous?
Not always, but some observations indicate potentially dangerous conditions that should be addressed promptly.
Do I need a full rewire if my EICR fails?
No. Most failed EICRs are resolved through targeted remedial works rather than complete rewiring.
Can you carry out EICR remedial works?
Yes. We regularly complete remedial works following failed EICRs throughout South West London.
Can you work from an existing EICR report?
Yes. Simply email or WhatsApp your report and we can review the observations and advise on the required remedial works.
Will I receive certification after the repairs?
Yes. Certification can be provided where applicable following completion and testing of the remedial works.
Need Help With a Failed EICR?
Send us your EICR report today and we'll explain the observations, provide practical advice and arrange the remedial works required to restore compliance.