How much does an EICR cost in Swansea?
Up-front 2026 EICR prices for Swansea homes, flats, HMOs and commercial. Fixed quotes, no per-circuit surcharges.
Whether this is urgent or simply overdue, the sequence for cost guide does not change much. For Swansea addresses we publish one number per property type and stick to it, regardless of how long the inspection actually takes. What we are really assessing is condition, not age. Same-week slot in most cases matters; the date on the board does not, by itself. It rarely changes the price, but it does change the plan. If the property is tenanted, the visit is arranged around access rather than around us, which usually means confirming times with whoever holds the keys. We would say the same to a family member. If the property has been altered, extended or let out, cost guide deserves more than a quick look.
- No per-circuit surcharges We flag it rather than assume you know.
- Practically speaking — same fixed price regardless of inspection length
- 4-bed home or HMO — cheap to confirm with instruments, expensive to assume.
- Small commercial unit — worth mentioning when you first call so we bring the right kit.
- No per-circuit surcharges — cheap to confirm, expensive to guess at.
What's different about Swansea
Swansea prices reflect what's typical for coastal terraces in Mumbles and Sketty, older miners' housing in Morriston, and post-war semis around Gorseinon — older properties with more circuits sometimes need an extra hour, but the quoted price doesn't change. We flag it rather than assume you know.
Practically speaking — remedial work, if any, is quoted separately with a fixed figure. Coastal salt exposure means outdoor sockets, EV chargers and garden lighting need IP65+ enclosures and stainless fixings to last, so a consumer unit upgrade is the most common follow-on.
If same fixed price regardless of inspection length is present, the report will say so with a photograph.
The Swansea Council housing stock throws up swansea prices reflect what's typical for coastal terraces regularly.
How we'd do it
- 1QuoteSame-week slot in most cases, with the old parts left for you to see.
- 2ReportPractically speaking — PDF report within 48 hours, remedials priced separately.
- 3BookYou get PDF report within 48 hours, remedials priced separately in writing before any work begins.
- 4InspectFull BS 7671 inspection on site. Checked at first fix and again at test.
Common questions
How long is the EICR valid?
5 years for rentals, 10 years for owner-occupied homes.
What is not included?
Building work, decoration and anything outside the electrical scope. Those are flagged rather than absorbed.
Is the work guaranteed?
Workmanship is stood behind and manufacturer warranties on parts are passed on to you. We do not offer guarantees we cannot honour.
Do you work on commercial premises too?
Yes, across SA1–SA7 and the wider area. The testing regime differs but the approach is the same.
Do you cover Swansea for cost guide?
Yes — Swansea and the surrounding SA1–SA7 postcodes are part of our regular working area, including Neath and Llanelli, and Swansea Council notification is handled by us where the work requires it. Nothing here is optional.
Can you advise without doing the work?
Yes. Plenty of Swansea visits end with advice and no invoice for work that is not needed yet.
We would rather answer a question than sell you a visit you do not need. Ask first. We cover Swansea and the SA1–SA7 postcodes, including Llanelli, for cost guide. Tell us what document you have been asked for and by whom, and we will confirm exactly which one applies. We cover Swansea and the SA1–SA7 postcodes, including Port Talbot, for cost guide.