Do you cover all of Hillingdon?

We cover Uxbridge, Hayes, West Drayton, Yiewsley, Ruislip, Eastcote, Northwood, Ickenham, Harefield, Harlington, Sipson, Hillingdon, including postcode districts UB3, UB4, UB7, UB8, UB10, HA4, HA5, HA6. Tell us the full postcode when you ask for a quote and we will confirm.

Does licensing in Hillingdon affect eicr?

Hillingdon Council runs its own licensing arrangements on top of national mandatory HMO licensing. Our summary was last checked on 2026-10-20; always confirm the current position on the council website. Licence conditions commonly require current safety certificates to be available on request, which is why we keep every document digitally against the property.

Does an EICR always last five years?

No. Five years is the maximum normal interval under these regulations, not a guaranteed period for every installation. The inspector may specify a shorter interval because of the condition or use of the installation. Follow the report and investigate significant changes or damage rather than waiting for renewal.

Does a change of tenant mean I need a new EICR?

Not automatically, if the existing report remains valid and applicable and required remedial actions have been completed. Give the new tenant the report before occupation. Check for damage or alterations between tenancies and arrange professional advice if the installation's condition may have changed.

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EICR in Hillingdon: the local picture

Northwood and Eastcote houses may have electrical additions for extensions, converted lofts or garden buildings, while Uxbridge shared homes can contain several generations of alterations. Provide the inspector with the tenancy layout and previous reports so the EICR scope reflects the installation actually in use. Testing requires access and power interruptions, which should be explained to occupiers beforehand. Peachtree Maintenance can retain the report and coordinate separately authorised remedial work, distinguishing private installation findings from communal electrical issues in a managed Hillingdon block.

What the rules say

The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 require landlords to have the fixed electrical installation inspected and tested by a qualified person at least every five years, or sooner if the report says so.

A copy goes to tenants within 28 days, and to the council within 7 days if it asks. Where the report shows remedial work is required (codes C1, C2 or FI), that work should be completed within 28 days or the shorter time stated, with written confirmation kept.

Districts we visit for eicr

Uxbridge, Hayes, West Drayton, Yiewsley, Ruislip, Eastcote, Northwood, Ickenham, Harefield, Harlington, Sipson, Hillingdon, covering postcode districts UB3, UB4, UB7, UB8, UB10, HA4, HA5, HA6.

EICR and electrical safety in Hillingdon