FIXED WIRE ELECTRICAL TESTING WOLVERHAMPTON
It’s a sad but true fact: every electrical installation, including wiring and consumer boards, undergoes a natural wear over time and through use. As a result of this gradual decay, regular testing of all these installations becomes imperative.
The Ins and Outs of a Fixed Wire Electrical Test
Arrow Services' assessments will inspect and confirm that your electrics are in a suitable and safe condition. Once the inspection carries a satisfactory result, we will offer an Electrical Condition Report, termed as EICR.
Our fixed wire electrical test will identify and look for:
- Monitor if there is any overload on your electronic equipment or circuits
- Investigate the possible risks tied to the lack of effective earthing or bonding
- We'll see to the servicing of switches, sockets, or light fittings, and Arrow Services could find particular items, like older pin sockets or sockets attached to skirting boards, that require replacing
- Ensure to identify any potential fire threats or circuits that might cause electric shocks. And in the same stride, stay vigilant for any damage that may be discovered
- Bring to light any electrical tasks that aren't functioning properly
- Inspect all switches and control equipment, assessing their suitability. Arrow Services will look over items such as fuse boxes with wooden backs and offer replacements
- During our electrical check-up, we'll evaluate the type and state of your wiring system. We might spot some cables, living under a coat of lead, fabric, or rubber, that could greatly benefit from our top-line, durable PVC insulated cables
- Arrow services will assure that you have adequate notices present.
Establishing the right intervals for fixed wire electrical evaluations
Legally required, commercial buildings and properties providing public access must conduct consistent checks and receive an EICR for their electrical systems. The time interval between these inspections is influenced by the building's role and usage.
It is recommended for a commercial property that a fixed wire inspection is carried out at least:
- Inspections should take place minimally every five years. You can decide between a full 100% inspection every five years or select our rolling inspection initiative that encompasses a 20% inspection each year, ensuring your electrical installation is surveyed annually for defects.
There are other times when a fixed wire electrical test should be carried out:
- If you own a property and are preparing the property to be let
- If you are due to sell a property or purchasing a previously occupied property
What is the EICR?
An EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is a diligent analysis of your property's electrical installation. It unearths any compromised safety measures, flaws or inconsistencies with the latest electrical regulations, namely BS7671.
An EICR primarily serves to report on the safety status of existing installations. Our keen reports label the setup as either 'satisfactory', requiring no urgent repairs, or 'unsatisfactory', where timely remedial interventions are needed for guaranteed safety.
