Do you cover all of Sutton?

We cover Sutton, Cheam, Carshalton, Wallington, Belmont, Worcester Park, Hackbridge, Beddington, North Cheam, Rosehill, including postcode districts SM1, SM2, SM3, SM4, SM5, SM6, KT4. Tell us the full postcode when you ask for a quote and we will confirm.

Does licensing in Sutton affect eicr?

Sutton 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.

EICR and electrical safety in Sutton

EICR in Sutton: the local picture

An electrical inspection in Sutton should reflect the property rather than its postcode alone. A Belmont house with a loft conversion may have circuits added at different times, whereas a Hackbridge flat may have a modern installation behind a tightly fitted cupboard. Arrange access to the consumer unit, sockets and other inspection points before testing starts. Peachtree Maintenance coordinates EICRs and any agreed remedial work, with findings recorded against the correct dwelling. An unsatisfactory report needs follow-up; booking the inspection is not evidence that defects have been resolved.

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

Sutton, Cheam, Carshalton, Wallington, Belmont, Worcester Park, Hackbridge, Beddington, North Cheam, Rosehill, covering postcode districts SM1, SM2, SM3, SM4, SM5, SM6, KT4.