Sources checked · Applies to England
What changed
The Electrical Safety Standards (Extension to the Social Rented Sector) Regulations 2025 amended the 2020 regulations, which are now called the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private and Social Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020. The changes took effect from 1 November 2025 (GOV.UK guidance).
Key dates
| Tenancy granted | Covered from | First inspection and equipment check |
|---|---|---|
| On or after 1 December 2025 | Start of the tenancy | Before the tenancy starts |
| Before 1 December 2025 | 1 May 2026 | Before 1 November 2026 |
Fixed installation
The duties are the same as for private landlords: an inspection by a qualified person at least every five years, copies to tenants within 28 days, remedial work within 28 days, and written confirmation afterwards. See our guide to the landlord rules.
Electrical equipment you supply
Social landlords must also have electrical equipment they provide, such as cookers or fans, checked by a qualified person:
- at least every five years, and before a new tenancy starts;
- with a record of each check;
- and unsafe items made safe or replaced within 28 days of the check.
GOV.UK refers to the IET Code of Practice for In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment for how the checks are done.
How we can help
We carry out EICRs and equipment checks across Nottingham and the surrounding area. For a programme of properties, we can schedule inspections, coordinate tenant access, and give you a record of every report and due date in one account.
This is a summary, not legal advice. Check the regulations and GOV.UK guidance for your stock.