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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 Southampton. With an estimated 28,700 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 Southampton’s estimated 28,700 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.
Southampton's rental market is shaped by its two universities, port economy, and large professional workforce. Post-war reconstruction following extensive wartime bombing means a significant proportion of the city's housing dates from the 1950s and 1960s, with original electrical installations that are now well past their expected service life. Areas like Portswood, Shirley, and St Denys have high concentrations of rented properties requiring regular EICR inspections.
Southampton has approximately 111,900 dwellings in total: 55,200 owner-occupied (49%), 28,700 privately rented (26%), and 21,300 social housing (19%).
See what landlords, homeowners and businesses say about working with Easy EPC.
Yes. Southampton has a significant stock of post-war housing and Victorian terraces across Portswood and Shirley, 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 Southampton 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 original 1950s and 1960s electrical installations past their service life 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 Southampton 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.
