Electrical & Security · UK Guide 2026
EICR Costs UK: Budget and Quote Guide
JASOTO · Updated October 3, 2026 · 296 words
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An Electrical Installation Condition Report assesses an existing installation. Ask the inspector to describe the circuits, access and limitations included in the booking.
Key checks for eicr
- Confirm the written report and findings discussion.
- Separate the inspection fee from remedial work.
- Identify any areas that cannot be accessed before the visit.
What changes the eicr scope?
Give the provider details about property size, circuit count, access, installation complexity. Ask which of these apply to your requirement and whether they are included in the proposed service.
- Property size
- Circuit count
- Access
- Installation complexity
An illustrative quote comparison
One inspection covers an accessible installation; another has additional circuits or limitations needing discussion.
Compare the same circuit and access scope. Separate the report fee from any repairs recommended after inspection.
Build your eicr budget
Use the same scope for each quotation. Enter tax-inclusive figures consistently, and include separately priced work only once.
The calculator below uses the figures you enter from a quotation. It does not estimate market prices. Confirm what the quoted amount includes, whether VAT applies and which costs remain provisional.
- Inspection
- Testing
- Report
- Coding of observations
- Remedial quote
Calculate your quoted budget
Use the same scope for each quotation. Enter tax-inclusive figures consistently, and include separately priced work only once.
Enter figures from your quote. Use amounts including VAT consistently. Leave extras blank if none apply. These fields stay in your browser.
Calculated total
Enter valid quoted figures
This is arithmetic using your figures, not a market estimate. Include separately charged work once and check provisional costs with the provider.
Before you book or buy
- Confirm the written report and findings discussion.
- Separate the inspection fee from remedial work.
- Identify any areas that cannot be accessed before the visit.
Frequently asked questions
What should I confirm before budgeting for eicr?
An Electrical Installation Condition Report assesses an existing installation. Ask the inspector to describe the circuits, access and limitations included in the booking. Confirm the written report and findings discussion.
Does the calculator show a typical UK price?
No. It adds up your quoted figures for the quantity you choose. Published provider examples, where supplied, are identified separately and are not a national average.
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