Milton Keynes Landlords & Business Owners: Don’t Get Caught Out
If you’re a landlord or property manager in Milton Keynes, it’s time to check your electrical safety compliance. With many Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) issued in 2020 now reaching their five-year expiry, a large number of properties are due for reinspection in 2025.
Facilities Management Solutions (FMS), based in Milton Keynes and serving the surrounding area, offers fully managed EICR inspections*, compliance advice, and remedial works to ensure your properties are safe and up to standard.
For PRS Landlords: Are You Compliant with the 2020 Regulations?
In the residential rental sector, EICRs are a legal requirement under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020. These regulations apply to most tenancies, including:
- Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs)
- Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)
- Leasehold flats rented to tenants
Key Deadlines
- From July 2020 – all new tenancies must have a valid EICR
- From April 2021 – all existing tenancies must also comply
As EICRs are valid for five years, many landlords who arranged inspections in 2020 or early 2021 are now facing expiry in 2025. If your last EICR is due to lapse, you must renew it before expiry to avoid breaking the law.
Risks of Non-Compliance:
- Fines of up to £30,000 from local authorities
- Legal action or disruption to tenancy agreements
- Increased liability if a tenant is harmed due to an electrical fault
- Insurance complications in the event of a claim
For Commercial Landlords & Business Owners: EICRs and Your Legal Duties
While the 2020 PRS regulations don’t apply to non-residential or purely commercial premises, commercial landlords and business owners still have legal obligations under:
- The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
- The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Lease agreements and property insurance policies
These regulations require landlords and employers to ensure all electrical systems are safe to use, well maintained, and regularly inspected.
Best Practice for Commercial Properties:
- Arrange EICRs at least every five years, or more frequently depending on risk
- Maintain documentation for insurers, tenants, and health & safety compliance
- Carry out remedial work promptly when faults are found
If Your EICR Was Done in 2020…
Many commercial and mixed-use property owners arranged inspections following the PRS regulations in 2020 to bring their buildings in line with updated safety standards. If your last EICR was done in 2020 or early 2021, you are likely due for reinspection in 2025.
Failing to renew could result in:
- Breach of lease terms or facilities obligations
- Invalidated insurance
- Legal exposure if staff, visitors, or tenants are injured
- Disruption to tenants or commercial operations
Why It Matters in Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes is one of the UK’s fastest-growing commercial and residential hubs. Whether you manage:
- A block of flats in Central Milton Keynes
- A retail unit with residential accommodation above
- A warehouse on an industrial estate
- Or a multi-tenanted office building
…you must be able to prove your electrical installations are safe, compliant, and regularly inspected. A valid EICR helps you:
- Meet your legal obligations
- Avoid enforcement or penalties
- Build trust with tenants and insurers
Prevent costly incidents and reputational harm
What’s Involved in an EICR?
An EICR is a professional inspection and test of your property’s fixed electrical systems, including:
- The condition of wiring, sockets, switches, and fuse boards
- Circuit loading and any signs of deterioration
- Earthing and bonding effectiveness
- Identification of unsafe or non-compliant installations
Defects are recorded using standard codes:
- C1 – Immediate danger
- C2 – Potential danger
- FI – Further investigation required
- C3 – Improvements recommended
You must take remedial action within 28 days (or sooner if advised) for C1, C2 or FI issues.
Only a competent, qualified electrician, registered with NICEIC, NAPIT, or ECA, should carry out the inspection.
FMS: Your Local Compliance Partner
At Facilities Management Solutions, we take the stress out of EICR compliance. Whether you’re a PRS landlord or managing commercial premises, we provide a full end-to-end service:
- Arrange certified EICR inspections
- Manage access and scheduling around tenants or business hours
- Carry out remedial works swiftly and professionally
- Supply all necessary documentation for your records, tenants, insurers, or local authorities
Why Choose FMS?
Comprehensive Services
From inspections to full electrical refurbishments, we handle everything.
Minimal Downtime
We work flexibly to keep your tenants or business running without interruption.
Quality & Compliance
We adhere to the latest BS 7671 standards and all health and safety regulations.
Experienced Team
Our engineers have specialist knowledge across residential blocks, commercial premises, and mixed-use environments.
Trusted Partnerships
We build long-term relationships through transparency, reliability, and results.
Don’t Leave It Too Late
We’re already seeing a spike in EICR bookings. Landlords and business owners in Milton Keynes should act now to:
- Avoid last-minute delays
- Prevent fines and legal issues
- Protect their tenants, buildings, and reputation
Book Your EICR Today
Milton Keynes landlords and business owners—check your records now.
If your last EICR was carried out in 2020 or early 2021, it’s likely time to renew. Contact Facilities Management Solutions today to schedule your inspection and ensure full compliance with UK regulations. Call us on 01908 03 40 40 or email info@fmsolutions.co.uk.
* Please note: FMS does not carry out EICRs for individual residential houses—even if they are owned by landlords with multiple properties. Our services are specifically for commercial landlords, business owners, or managing agents responsible for larger residential blocks or mixed-use buildings, such as the YMCA or Almere in Central Milton Keynes.