Is Your Property’s Electrical Safety Certificate About to Expire?
A timely reminder for landlords as we approach the 5-year anniversary of EICR regulations
For self-managed landlords, keeping on top of ever-changing legislation can be one of the toughest parts of the job. One of the most crucial requirements introduced in 2020 was the need for rental properties to have a valid Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). This regulation legally requires all landlords to ensure their property’s electrics are safe for tenants, with inspections carried out at least once every five years.
That five-year milestone is now upon us. Many of the EICRs carried out in 2020, when the law first came into force, are due to expire this year. Without a valid, in-date certificate, landlords risk:
Financial penalties of up to £30,000.
Delays in lettings if a certificate is requested during a tenancy change.
Increased liability should any electrical issue occur.
This is a crucial time for landlords to check their records and ensure their properties remain compliant.
At Mannleys Sales & Lettings, we can help ease the pressure. Our management service includes monitoring and tracking all compliance deadlines—from EICRs and gas safety certificates to EPCs and smoke alarms. This means you don’t need to worry about missing renewal dates or scrambling to book last-minute inspections. We work with trusted local contractors to arrange the checks swiftly and ensure your property remains fully compliant.
By instructing a professional management agent, you gain peace of mind knowing that your property and tenants are protected, while also safeguarding yourself from the financial and legal risks of non-compliance.
If you’re a self-managed landlord and would like support with arranging an EICR—or if you’d like to discuss how our full management service can help take the stress out of compliance—our team is here to help.
👉 Contact us today to arrange your electrical safety check or to learn more about how Mannleys can make property management simpler and safer for you.
