Looking for an EICR in Watford? Watford has a busy commuter rental market and a lot of Victorian and inter-war housing close to the town centre and Watford Junction. We carry out landlord and homeowner EICRs across all WD postcodes, including Bushey and Oxhey.
EICR prices in Watford
The same fixed prices apply across Watford as everywhere else we work — no travel surcharge, no call-out fee and no hidden extras.
| Property | Price |
|---|---|
| Studio flat | From £79 |
| 1–3 bedroom flat or house | £79–£149 depending on circuits |
| 4 bedroom house | £149 |
| 5+ bedrooms, HMOs & multiple consumer units | Fixed quote |
| Shops, offices & commercial units | Commercial EICR quote |
Want to know how these compare? Read our EICR cost guide.
Properties we test in Watford
Victorian terraces near the town centre, inter-war semis in North Watford and Garston, and new-build flats close to the station. Every inspection covers the consumer unit, all circuits, earthing and bonding, RCD protection and the condition of sockets, switches and fittings, tested to the current BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 standard.
Common issues we find on EICRs in Watford include circuits without RCD protection, missing or undersized main protective bonding, damaged or overloaded accessories and older consumer units. Each one is coded (C1, C2, C3 or FI) and photographed, with a fixed price to put it right.
Postcodes & neighbourhoods covered
We carry out EICRs throughout Watford town centre, Oxhey, Bushey, Garston, Leavesden, Cassiobury, North Watford, Croxley Green and the rest of Watford.
Landlord EICRs in Watford
Private landlords in England must have the electrical installation in every rented home inspected and tested at least every five years, give tenants a copy within 28 days and complete any remedial work within 28 days of an Unsatisfactory report. Councils can fine landlords up to £30,000 for breaches. Watford Borough Council can request a copy of your report at any time, and if your property is an HMO or falls under a licensing scheme you will normally need a valid EICR for the licence — check the council's current conditions.
Social landlords and housing associations with homes in Watford now have the same duty, with every existing social tenancy due an inspection by 1 November 2026 — see our social housing EICR guide. For HMOs, read our HMO EICR guide.
How it works
- Book online or call — pick a same-day or next-day slot in Watford. We can arrange access with your tenant or agent.
- Inspection & testing — usually 1.5–4 hours depending on property size.
- Certificate emailed the same day — with photos, coded observations and a fixed remedial price if anything needs fixing.
- Repairs & re-certification — most remedials completed within days, well inside the 28-day deadline.
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EICR Watford: FAQs
How much does an EICR cost in Watford?
Our EICRs in Watford start from £79 for a studio flat and are £149 for a 4-bedroom house, with no call-out charge or travel surcharge. HMOs, larger homes and commercial premises receive a fixed quote.
Can you do a same-day EICR in Watford?
Yes, in most cases. Our engineers work across Watford every week and same-day or next-day slots are usually available — book online or call 0203 908 4790 to check today's availability.
Do you cover WD17, WD18, WD19, WD23 postcodes?
Yes. We cover WD17, WD18, WD19, WD23, WD24, WD25 including Watford town centre, Oxhey, Bushey, Garston, Leavesden and the surrounding areas.
Do landlords in Watford need an EICR?
Yes. Private landlords in England must have the electrical installation inspected and tested at least every five years and give tenants a copy of the report. Social landlords have the same duty, with existing tenancies due by 1 November 2026.
Will Watford Borough Council accept your EICR?
Yes. Our reports are issued by an NICEIC Approved Contractor to BS 7671:2018+A4:2026 and include everything a council needs for enforcement or HMO licensing. Check Watford Borough Council's current licence conditions for any extra documents they require.