During a routine Electrical Installation Condition Report inspection in Cornwall, we discovered ‘green goo’ – a characteristic sign of aging PVC cables from the 1960s-70s era – affecting multiple circuits throughout the property.

Wave Electrical Solutions was engaged to conduct an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) on a recently purchased property previously owned by an elderly individual. This inspection is a crucial step in ensuring the electrical safety and compliance of the property, especially given its age and potential for outdated installations. The findings of this EICR were pivotal in identifying several critical issues that necessitated immediate intervention to safeguard the new owners and bring the property up to current electrical standards.

Electrical safety is a critical aspect of property maintenance that often goes unnoticed until issues arise. Regular Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) are essential for assessing and ensuring the safety of electrical systems in buildings.