Do you cover all of Richmond upon Thames?

We cover Richmond, Twickenham, Teddington, Hampton, Hampton Wick, Barnes, East Sheen, Mortlake, Kew, Whitton, Ham, St Margarets, including postcode districts TW1, TW2, TW9, TW10, TW11, TW12, SW13, SW14, KT1. Tell us the full postcode when you ask for a quote and we will confirm.

Does licensing in Richmond upon Thames affect eicr?

National mandatory HMO licensing applies in Richmond upon Thames as everywhere in England. Councils can add further schemes, so check the current position with Richmond upon Thames Council before letting. 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.

EICR in Richmond upon Thames | Peachtree Maintenance

EICR in Richmond upon Thames: the local picture

Electrical work in Kew conversions, Whitton houses and Teddington flats can reflect several generations of alteration. Peachtree Maintenance arranges EICR inspections with access to the consumer unit and relevant rooms agreed before attendance. In a Richmond flat, shared intake or meter cupboards may need a managing agent's key even when the tenant can admit the electrician to the dwelling. Keep the resulting report and any limitations with the correct address. Where repairs are needed, retain evidence of completion separately; the inspection date alone does not demonstrate that the installation is satisfactory.

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

Richmond, Twickenham, Teddington, Hampton, Hampton Wick, Barnes, East Sheen, Mortlake, Kew, Whitton, Ham, St Margarets, covering postcode districts TW1, TW2, TW9, TW10, TW11, TW12, SW13, SW14, KT1.

EICR and electrical safety in Richmond upon Thames