24
Mar
New electrical testing requirements for landlords mean that you must inspect your property once every five years. You will need to obtain certification in the form of a written report. Usually this is an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). Tenants do not have to submit a new security report every time they move out. However, the landlord must provide the new tenant with a copy of the current EICR at the start of the lease. Improving the condition of rental housing The electrical safety charity first welcome the new law and said it would help improve the condition of rental…