Make the inspection purpose clear
You may be reviewing existing electrical arrangements, preparing for alterations or responding to a concern raised about the property. Explain that purpose in your message rather than requesting an unspecified check.
Electrical Safety First, an electrical safety charity, describes periodic inspection and testing of installations in its inspection guidance (electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk). The condition report records observed damage, deterioration and conditions that could cause danger.
If you’ve been asked to obtain an electrical installation condition report, or EICR, include that report name in your enquiry.
Define the installation requirements
Installation assessment concerns wiring and fixed equipment, including earthing and bonding. Checks of individual appliances are a different activity. State which requirement you want to discuss and whether your concern involves the whole property or a particular area.
Useful context includes the property type, known electrical alterations and previous inspection records. Supply details from records you already hold, with unknown information left open.
Mention access restrictions, occupied areas and any arrangements involving a landlord, tenant or property manager. Include relevant dates and the reason for any deadline.
Reports and follow-up work
Describe any report you already hold and the observations or recommendations you want to discuss. Identify a request for repairs separately from the inspection enquiry.
To discuss electrical inspection in London, use the contact form. Include the reason, property postcode where known, relevant records and any deadline attached to your request.