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Easy 3 step booking process
Specialising in EICR surveys and related property services.
Over 19 years experience providing property surveys for all building types.
Contact us for free quotes and impartial advice.
Easy EPC provides domestic and commercial Electrical Installation Condition Reports across Reading. With an estimated 17,300 privately rented dwellings in the area, electrical safety is a significant concern for landlords, tenants, and homeowners.
Our qualified, registered electricians carry out full inspections to BS 7671. On the day, we automatically fix issues up to £200+VAT where time and parts allow — helping you get a Satisfactory result without a return visit.
Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, every private landlord in England must have the electrical installation in their rental property inspected and tested at least every 5 years by a qualified person. A valid EICR must be in place before a new tenant moves in.
For Reading’s estimated 17,300 private rental properties, this means every landlord must maintain a current EICR or face enforcement action.
Local authorities can impose financial penalties of up to £30,000 per breach. Councils can also arrange remedial work themselves and charge the landlord.
Reading's proximity to London makes it a major commuter hub with a thriving rental market. The town has a mix of Victorian terraces near the centre, inter-war housing in Caversham and Tilehurst, and modern developments along the river. Its high proportion of professional tenants means landlords face strong demand but must maintain rigorous EICR compliance.
Reading has approximately 68,900 dwellings in total: 36,800 owner-occupied (53%), 17,300 privately rented (25%), and 10,600 social housing (15%).
See what landlords, homeowners and businesses say about working with Easy EPC.
Yes. Reading has a significant stock of Victorian terraces and inter-war housing serving London commuters, and under the 2020 Regulations every private landlord must have a valid EICR renewed at least every five years. New tenancies require a valid report before the tenant moves in. Failure to comply can result in financial penalties of up to £30,000 per breach.
EICR prices in Reading typically start from £99.95+VAT for a standard domestic property. The exact cost depends on property size, number of circuits, and accessibility — properties with aging installations in the older town centre and suburban housing stock may need additional inspection time. Larger homes, HMOs, and commercial premises cost more. Contact Easy EPC for a free, no-obligation quote.
If your property receives an Unsatisfactory result, you have 28 days to complete the required remedial work using a qualified, registered electrician. C1 codes (Danger Present) require immediate action. Once repairs are complete, the electrician issues a certificate confirming the work. Easy EPC can carry out remedial work up to £200+VAT on the day where time and parts allow.
A standard domestic EICR in Reading typically takes 2–4 hours depending on the size of the property and the number of circuits. Larger properties, HMOs, and properties with complex or older electrical installations may take longer. The electrician needs access to all areas including the consumer unit, loft spaces, and any outbuildings.
Get a no-obligation quote for your domestic or commercial EICR. Our team will respond during opening hours.
