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If you let a property in Wandsworth, you are legally required to hold a valid landlord electrical certificate — formally known as an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) — for every tenanted property in your portfolio. ATO Solutions provides NICEIC-accredited EICR inspections for landlords, property managers, and housing associations across the London Borough of Wandsworth, covering Tooting, Balham, Battersea, Putney, Earlsfield, Wandsworth Town, Clapham Junction, and the surrounding areas.
We are based in nearby Wimbledon and have been carrying out landlord electrical safety inspections across South London for over 17 years. Our qualified engineers work with minimal disruption to your tenants, and certificates are issued within 3–5 days of the inspection as standard, with a 2-day express option available when turnaround is critical.
What Is a Landlord Electrical Certificate?
landlord electrical certificate — also referred to as a landlord electrical safety certificate — is the document issued on completion of an EICR. The two terms refer to the same thing. The EICR is a detailed report on the condition of your property’s fixed electrical installation, carried out by a qualified electrician and produced in line with current electrical safety regulations (BS 7671).
The inspection covers all electrical systems in the property, including:
- The consumer unit (fuse box) and its protective devices
- All fixed wiring throughout the property
- Sockets, switches, and light fittings
- Earthing and bonding arrangements
- Smoke alarms and emergency lighting where installed
- Any previous electrical work or alterations
Any electrical faults or potential hazards identified are recorded using a standardised coding system. A C1 indicates danger present — requiring immediate action before the property can be safely occupied. A C2 indicates a potentially dangerous condition requiring priority remedial work. A C3 is an improvement recommendation. An FI code means further investigation is required before a full assessment can be made. The overall outcome of the EICR report is either Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
For the full breakdown of the EICR testing process and outcome codes, see our EICR page.
Legal Responsibilities for Wandsworth Landlords
Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, all private landlords in Wandsworth are required to:
- Have an EICR carried out on all rental properties at least every five years, or at every change of tenancy if sooner, in line with the principle of periodic inspection established under previous electrical safety standards
- Provide a copy of the EICR report to existing tenants within 28 days of the inspection
- Ensure new tenants receive a copy before or at the start of their tenancy
- Supply a copy to Wandsworth Council within seven days of a request
- Complete any necessary repairs identified as C1 or C2 within 28 days, and provide written evidence to the tenant that the work has been done
Failure to comply with these legal responsibilities can result in fines of up to £30,000 issued by the local authority. The London Borough of Wandsworth actively enforces electrical safety regulations in the private rented sector.
Electrical Installations in Wandsworth Properties
Wandsworth’s housing stock ranges from Victorian and Edwardian terraces in Tooting and Balham to post-war conversions, purpose-built flats, and modern riverside developments in Battersea and Nine Elms. Older residential and commercial properties in particular can present electrical issues that are not immediately visible — faulty wiring, overloaded circuits, tripping circuits, and inadequate insulation resistance are among the most common findings in properties that have not had a recent electrical safety inspection.
Modern electrical safety standards also require consumer unit upgrades on older properties where the fuse box does not provide adequate RCD protection. Where our inspection identifies that a consumer unit upgrade is needed, we provide a separate, transparent quote for the work.
We also carry out electrical testing on electrical appliances as a separate service — portable appliance testing (PAT testing) covers any appliances you supply with the property, such as white goods, and complements the EICR which covers fixed electrical systems only.
Landlord Electrical Certificates for Property Managers and Housing Associations
We work with individual landlords, property managers, and housing associations across Wandsworth. For those managing larger portfolios of domestic properties across the borough, we offer a scheduled EICR programme that coordinates inspections across multiple properties to minimise disruption to tenants and reduce administrative burden. We provide a single point of contact, consistent reporting, and portfolio pricing.
If you manage a mix of residential and commercial properties, we can handle EICR inspections across both — commercial premises require an EICR every five years under current regulations, subject to the same electrical safety standards.
Related Landlord Compliance Certificates
A landlord electrical safety certificate (EICR) is one of several compliance documents landlords in Wandsworth are required to maintain. For reference, the others include:
Gas safety certificate — required annually for any property with gas appliances, issued by a Gas Safe registered engineer. ATO Solutions does not carry out gas safety inspections, but we are happy to advise on finding a Gas Safe registered contractor in Wandsworth if needed.
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) — required whenever a property is let or sold, and must meet a minimum E rating for rental properties under current energy efficiency regulations. Again, this falls outside our scope, but your letting agent or an accredited assessor can arrange this.
Keeping all three certificates current — electrical, gas, and EPC — forms the basis of a landlord’s regulatory compliance obligations in Wandsworth.
Why Choose ATO Solutions?
- NICEIC-accredited — certificates are fully legally recognised and compliant with current electrical safety regulations
- Local to Wandsworth — based in Wimbledon, fast response with no inflated travel costs
- Qualified engineers with 17+ years’ experience in landlord electrical safety inspection
- Transparent pricing — full EICR cost quoted upfront before any work begins
- Detailed report — clear, jargon-free documentation of all findings and recommendations
- Certificates within 3–5 days standard, or 2-day express service available
- Remedial work available — one contractor for the inspection and any necessary repairs
- Minimal disruption — we work around your tenants’ schedules wherever possible
- Portfolio pricing for property managers and housing associations
EICR Cost for Wandsworth Properties
All prices are all-inclusive with no hidden charges. Certificates are issued within 3–5 days as standard, or within 2 days with our express service. Final pricing is subject to confirmation following the inspection, and may vary depending on the property size and complexity of the electrical installation.
Studio / 1 bedroom flat — £99 to £130
2 bedroom property — £130 to £180
3 bedroom property — £150 to £230
4 bedroom property — £180 to £250
5+ bedroom property — £250 to £350
Commercial property — £250 to £1,000 depending on the number of distribution boards and circuits
Call 0800 050 2424 for a quote specific to your Wandsworth property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a landlord electrical safety certificate the same as an EICR?
Yes — they are the same thing. The EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is the inspection, and the landlord electrical safety certificate is the document it produces. The term “landlord electrical certificate” is widely used by letting agents, tenants, and property managers to refer to what is formally called an EICR. The terminology changed from Periodic Inspection Report (PIR) to EICR around 2012 — if you have older paperwork referring to a PIR, it is the same inspection under a previous name.
What happens if my EICR fails?
An EICR does not technically pass or fail — the outcome is either Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory. If the EICR report returns an Unsatisfactory result due to C1 or C2 findings, you are required to arrange necessary repairs within 28 days and provide written evidence to your tenant that the electrical work has been completed. We provide an itemised, transparent quote for any remedial work and can carry it out promptly to keep your property legally compliant.
How often do I need an EICR in Wandsworth?
At least every five years, or at every change of tenancy if that occurs sooner. If a previous EICR report recommended a shorter inspection interval — for example, due to the age or condition of the electrical installation — that recommendation takes precedence. Wandsworth Council can request a copy of your current certificate at any time.
What electrical faults are most common in Wandsworth rental properties?
Common findings in Wandsworth properties — particularly older Victorian and Edwardian stock — include faulty wiring or deteriorated insulation, overloaded circuits, tripping circuits, inadequate earthing or bonding, consumer units without RCD protection, and electrical appliances or fittings that do not meet current electrical safety standards. Many of these issues are not visible without testing, which is why regular EICR testing is important even when a property appears to be functioning normally.
Do I need PAT testing as well as an EICR?
Possibly, if you supply electrical appliances with the property. An EICR covers fixed electrical systems only — the wiring, consumer unit, and fixed fittings. Portable appliance testing (PAT testing) covers any moveable electrical appliances you provide, such as a washing machine, fridge, or television. If your rental property is furnished or part-furnished, PAT testing of those appliances is advisable alongside the EICR.
What is the difference between an EICR and a gas safety certificate?
A gas safety certificate is issued annually by a Gas Safe registered engineer and covers gas appliances and pipework. An EICR covers the fixed electrical installation and is required every five years. Both are separate legal requirements for landlords — they cover different systems and are issued by different qualified engineers. ATO Solutions handles the electrical side; for gas safety certificates in Wandsworth, you will need a Gas Safe registered contractor.
Do you carry out EICR inspections across the whole of Wandsworth?
Yes — we cover all areas within the London Borough of Wandsworth, including Tooting (SW17), Balham (SW12), Battersea (SW11), Putney (SW15), Southfields (SW18), Wandsworth Town (SW18), Earlsfield (SW18), and Clapham Junction (SW11). We are based in Wimbledon and cover the full borough without excessive travel costs.
Can you carry out EICRs for commercial properties in Wandsworth?
Yes. Commercial properties require an EICR every five years under current electrical safety regulations. We work with property owners across residential and commercial properties throughout Wandsworth. Call us on 0800 050 2424 to discuss your requirements.
Book a Landlord Electrical Certificate in Wandsworth
For a free, no-obligation quote on an EICR service in Wandsworth, call ATO Solutions on 0800 050 2424, email info@ato-solutions.co.uk, or use the contact form on this page.
For full details of the inspection process, see our Landlord Electrical Certificate page and EICR page.
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