EICR & Pat Testing for Holiday Let and Airbnb

🏡 New Electrical Safety Rules for Holiday Lets in Scotland

As of July 1, 2024, all short-term holiday lets in Scotland—including Airbnbs, cottages, and other rental properties—must meet mandatory electrical safety standards to obtain and maintain a licence from their local council.

✅ What You Need

EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report)
- A full inspection of fixed electrical installations (wiring, sockets, fuse boxes, etc.)
- Must be carried out at least every 5 years by a qualified electrician. [rbgrant.co.uk]
PAT (Portable Appliance Testing)
- All portable electrical appliances provided for guest use (e.g. kettles, hairdryers, TVs) must be tested.
- PAT testing is also required every 5 years, or more frequently for high-risk items. [lindletting.co.uk]
Display Requirements
- Licence holders must display:
  - A copy of the EICR and PAT reports
  - Fire, gas, and electrical safety information
  - Emergency contact details [dumfriespat.co.uk]

⚠️ Penalties for Non-Compliance

Operating a short-term let without a valid licence or safety certificates is a criminal offence in Scotland, punishable by fines up to £2,500. [assc.flywh...lsites.com]

🔧 How RB Grant Can Help

RB Grant Electrical Contractors, based in Glenrothes, offers comprehensive electrical safety services across Scotland:

EICR inspections for landlords and holiday let owners
PAT testing for all guest-accessible appliances
Same-day testing to reduce downtime
Fully NICEIC certified electricians
Support for licence applications and compliance [rbgrant.co.uk], [rbgrant.co.uk]

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Need PAT testing for your Airbnb? RB Grant has you covered

Wherever you are in Scotland, RB Grant can carry out PAT testing and landlord electrical safety certificates for your holiday let.

We have experience in testing both long and short-term holiday lets meaning that with us, you have the peace of mind that your rental property or Airbnb is safe.