EICRs for Business Premises: Why Every Company Needs a Commercial Electrical Safety Check
When you run or manage a business, electrical safety isn’t optional — it’s a legal responsibility.
Whether you own an office, shop, warehouse, café, salon, industrial unit or any other commercial property, an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) is essential for protecting your staff, customers, assets and business continuity.
At Imperial Electrical Solutions Ltd, we carry out commercial EICRs across Bracknell, Wokingham, Ascot, Camberley, Windsor, and surrounding areas — delivering clear reporting, minimal disruption, and fast turnaround times that suit the demands of modern businesses.
What Is a Commercial EICR?
A Commercial EICR is a professional inspection and test of your building's fixed electrical installation. It checks the safety, condition and compliance of:
- Distribution boards & consumer units
- Fixed wiring
- Sockets, switches & lighting circuits
- Earthing & bonding
- RCDs, MCBs and other safety devices
- High-load circuits, equipment supplies, and specialist installations
Your report will clearly state whether the installation is Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory, with a breakdown of any issues found (C1, C2, FI).
Is an EICR Mandatory for Commercial Premises?
Commercial EICRs help demonstrate compliance with:
- Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Landlords and Tenants Act 1985 (for rented commercial units)
- Insurance conditions (many insurers require a valid EICR)
Without a current EICR, businesses may be exposed to:
- Insurance claim refusals
- Health & safety breaches
- Fire risks
- Fines or enforcement action
- Interrupted trading due to electrical failure
How Often Should a Business Have an EICR?
The recommended maximum interval for commercial EICRs is generally every 5 years, but certain environments require more frequent inspections, such as:
- Factories / industrial units: 1–3 years
- Restaurants / catering kitchens: 1–3 years
- Public venues: 1–3 years
- Shops, offices, standard workplaces: 5 years
We can advise the correct interval based on your building and usage.
Why Businesses in Bracknell & Surrounding Areas Choose Imperial Electrical Solutions
We understand that downtime costs money — so our service is designed around keeping your business running.
Minimal disruption
We offer:
- Planned inspections around your operating hours
- Safe isolation procedures that avoid unnecessary power downtime
Clear, transparent reporting
Your digital EICR certificate includes:
- Overall pass/fail (Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory)
- Full breakdown of inspection findings
- Categorised observations (C1, C2, FI)
- Recommended actions & priorities
Fast turnaround
We know businesses work to tight timelines.
You will receive your completed commercial EICR
within a few days, and always
within one week of the inspection.
Full support with remedial work
If your EICR comes back Unsatisfactory, we provide:
- A clear, itemised quote
- Professional remedial work
- Retesting where required
- A new Satisfactory report once complete
Which Types of Business Premises Need an EICR?
We regularly carry out EICRs for:
- Offices
- Retail shops & units
- Warehouses
- Restaurants, bars & cafés
- Hairdressers & salons
- Commercial rental units
- Schools & nurseries
- Industrial workshops
- Shared buildings / communal areas
From small offices in Bracknell town centre to large warehouses on the industrial estates, we tailor every inspection to the specific building type.
What Happens During a Commercial EICR?
Here’s what to expect:
- Initial survey & review of previous reports (if available)
- Testing of wiring, circuits and distribution boards
- Inspection of protective devices, earthing and bonding
- Identification of defects, deterioration or safety issues
- Issue of the digital EICR certificate
- Quotation for remedials (if needed)
We ensure all testing follows the latest BS 7671 Wiring Regulations.
How Long Does a Commercial EICR Take?
This depends on:
- Property size
- Number of distribution boards
- Complexity of circuits
- Whether the site is occupied during testing
A small office may take a few hours; larger commercial buildings can require a full day or more. We provide a clear estimate beforehand.
Can an EICR Be Carried Out While the Business Is Open?
In most cases, yes.
We aim to avoid unnecessary power interruptions, and most circuits can be tested with minimal impact on your day-to-day operations. If planned isolation is required, we schedule it around your quietest times.
Need a Commercial EICR in Bracknell or the Surrounding Areas?
Imperial Electrical Solutions provides reliable, professional electrical safety inspections for businesses across:
Bracknell | Wokingham | Ascot | Camberley | Windsor | Sandhurst | Crowthorne | Bagshot | Berkshire & surrounding areas
Whether you need an EICR for compliance, insurance, or peace of mind — we’re here to help.
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