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EICR remedial work in London
A failed EICR is common, especially in older London flats and conversions. The good news is that most remedial jobs are small and can be done in one visit: a missing RCD, an old consumer unit, poor earthing or bonding, a damaged socket or an overloaded circuit. Send us the report and we quote for the work before we come out.
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We do the EICR test and any remedial work needed to pass it, including when the EICR comes back unsatisfactory or you already have an unsatisfactory EICR from another company.
What the codes on your EICR mean
| Code | Meaning | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| C1 | Danger present | Made safe straight away, then repaired |
| C2 | Potentially dangerous | Must be fixed for a satisfactory report |
| FI | Further investigation needed | We investigate, find the cause and fix it |
| C3 | Improvement recommended | Does not fail the report, fix it when you choose |
Full guides: C1, C2, C3 and FI explained and the most common reasons London properties fail an EICR.
Remedial work we do most often
- Consumer unit (fuseboard) replacement where the old board has no RCD protection
- Adding RCD or RCBO protection to circuits
- Main earthing and equipotential bonding to gas and water pipes
- Replacing damaged sockets, switches, light fittings and accessories
- Fixing borrowed neutrals, reversed polarity and loose connections
- Replacing old or damaged cable runs
- Bathroom and kitchen circuit protection
- Smoke and heat alarms, so the fire alarm certificate can be done in the same visit
Landlords: the 28 day rule
Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, when an EICR is unsatisfactory the landlord must have the remedial or further investigation work done within 28 days of the inspection, or sooner if the report says so. The landlord then has to give written confirmation that the work is done to the tenant and to the local council within 28 days of finishing it. Councils can fine up to £30,000 per breach. We give you that written confirmation with the certificates, so you can send it straight on. More: what happens if a landlord ignores a remedial notice.
Areas we cover
Haringey, Barnet, Enfield, Islington, Camden, Hornsey, Crouch End, Wood Green, Muswell Hill, Finchley, Bounds Green, Southgate, Palmers Green, Tottenham, Harringay, Finsbury Park, Highgate, Hackney, Walthamstow and the rest of North, East and West London.
See also: electrician in Barnet, electrician in Enfield, EICR certificates.
How it works
- Send us the EICR (a photo or the PDF) by WhatsApp or through the booking form.
- We quote for every item on the report and agree the price before the visit.
- We do the work, test it, and email the certificates and the written confirmation the same day.
Other names people use: EICR remedials, electrical remedial work, failed EICR repairs, unsatisfactory EICR, fixing a failed landlord electrical safety certificate or electrical safety certificate, C1 and C2 fault repairs.
Frequently asked questions
My EICR failed. How long do I have to fix it?
Landlords must have the work done within 28 days of the inspection, or sooner if the report says so, and send written confirmation to the tenant and the council within 28 days of finishing.
Can you fix the faults on an EICR done by another company?
Yes. Send us the report and we quote for every C1, C2 and FI item, do the work, test it and give you the confirmation and certificates.
What happens if my property fails an EICR?
The report is marked unsatisfactory because it has at least one C1 (danger present), C2 (potentially dangerous) or FI (further investigation) item. A rented property is not compliant until those items are fixed, tested and confirmed in writing. Landlords have 28 days to do it. The most common reasons are no RCD protection on socket circuits, missing main bonding to gas and water pipes, damaged sockets and switches, and signs of overheating.
Is EICR remedial work the same as fixing a failed electrical safety certificate?
Yes. A landlord electrical safety certificate, an electrical safety certificate and an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) are the same report. EICR remedial work, also called EICR remedials or electrical remedial work, is the repair work that turns an unsatisfactory report into a compliant one.
Do I need a whole new EICR after the remedial work?
Usually not. The remedial work is tested and certified, and together with the original report and the written confirmation it shows the installation is now safe. If the original report had many problems or was badly done, we will tell you honestly whether a fresh EICR is the better option.
Page updated 01-11-2026. Every job is quoted for your property and quotes include VAT.