A legal requirement for landlords in Northern Ireland. Every 5 years, and here is who can do it, which properties it covers and what the law says.
Every 5 years in Northern Ireland. The next one is due 5 years after the last.
A registered, qualified electrician.
Yes. It applies to every rented property in Northern Ireland.
Yes. Tenants must be given a copy within 28 days. Beamwise sends it to them automatically when the new record is filed.
Electrical Safety Standards for Private Tenancies Regulations (NI) 2024 (SR 2024/201): fixed wiring inspected and tested by a qualified person at least every 5 years (sooner if the report says so), to BS 7671. Before the tenancy starts for tenancies from 1 April 2025; existing tenancies by 1 December 2025. Report to existing tenants within 28 days, to new tenants before they move in, and to the council within 7 days of a request. Remedial work within 28 days. Licensed HMOs: the same interval applies through licence conditions.
Written from the same rule Beamwise uses to track this for properties in Northern Ireland, last updated 15 Sept 2026. Rules change, so check the legislation named above or take professional advice before relying on it.
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