Electrical Certificate Cost UK 2026

Electrical certificates in 2026 range from £60 (minor works) to £350 (full EICR or landlord cert). EICR is the most common — required every 5 years for landlords.

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Typical UK price range: £60–£350. Typical time: Hours–day.

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Job type EICR (1-bed flat) EICR (3-bed house) EICR (4-bed house) Full rewire 2-bed Full rewire 3-bed Full rewire 4-bed Consumer unit (CU) replace

Region London South East South West Midlands North of England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Specification level Basic / standard Mid-range Premium / high-end

Extras

Landlord certificate £50–£100 PAT testing £80–£200 Extra sockets (per 4) £180–£350 LED spotlights (room) £200–£500

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Key points

• EICR (3-bed): £150–£280
• Minor works cert: £60–£150
• Landlord cert: £180–£350
• Part P notifiable works cert: Included with install

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
EICR	£100	£350
Minor works cert	£60	£150
Landlord cert	£180	£350
Building control sign-off	£150	£300

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£276
South East	£256
South West	£225
Midlands	£205
North England	£184
Scotland	£194
Wales	£184

How to save money

• Always insist on a NICEIC/NAPIT registered electrician
• Keep certs digitally — needed for selling/renting
• Schedule landlord EICR + boiler service together

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FAQs

How long is an EICR valid?

10 years for owner-occupiers; 5 years for rented properties. Get a new one if you do major electrical work.

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