Emergency Lighting Certifiate
From – £79 only
- Qualified & Experienced Engineers
- Residential & Commercial Fire Alarm Systems
- BS 5266 Copliant Inspections
- London & M25 Coverage
What Is a Residential Emergency Lighting Certificate?
A Residential Emergency Lighting Certificate confirms that the emergency lighting installed in your property has been professionally tested, inspected, and is working correctly in case of power failure.
It ensures compliance with UK regulations and gives assurance that all escape routes, stairways, and common areas will remain illuminated during an emergency — allowing safe evacuation for occupants.
Why Is an Emergency Lighting Certificate Important?
Emergency lighting is a legal safety requirement in all buildings with shared access routes, staircases, or multiple dwellings (such as HMOs, apartment blocks, or flats with communal areas).
A valid certificate helps to:
- Ensure compliance with The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
- Prove that lighting is tested and operational in case of fire or power loss.
- Protect tenants, residents, and visitors.
- Prevent penalties or enforcement actions from local authorities.
Maintain property insurance validity.
Who Needs a Residential Emergency Lighting Certificate?
You are legally required to have emergency lighting inspected and certified if you are:
- A Landlord of an HMO (House in Multiple Occupation).
- A Property Owner or Managing Agent of flats or apartments with communal areas.
- A Housing Association or Building Manager responsible for shared stairways or corridors.
Any residential building where people rely on artificial lighting to exit safely during a power cut requires a valid Emergency Lighting Certificate.
What’s Included in the Emergency Lighting Inspection?
Our engineers conduct a detailed inspection and testing process including:
- Visual check of all emergency light fittings and signage.
- Function test to ensure lights operate during simulated power failure.
- Battery discharge testing to confirm backup duration (typically 3 hours).
- Verification of correct placement and illumination levels.
- Review of logbooks and maintenance records.
- Compliance check with BS 5266-1:2016 standards.
After the inspection, we issue a digital Emergency Lighting Certificate confirming compliance or outlining any required remedial actions.
How Often Should Emergency Lighting Be Tested?
According to UK safety standards:
- Monthly Function Test: A short test to ensure lights activate during a power cut.
- Annual Duration Test: A full 3-hour discharge test performed by a qualified engineer.
- Certificate Renewal: Issued annually after successful inspection and testing.
Regular testing ensures your lighting will perform correctly in an emergency and keeps your property legally compliant.
Why Choose Us?
Our Simple Process
Book with Us
Schedule your fire alarm inspection online or by phone.
Engineer Visit
Get your Emergency Lighting Certificate the same day via email.
Testing & Inspection
Full testing of all emergency light units.
Receive Certificate
Get your Emergency Lighting Certificate the same day via email.
Book Your Emergency Lighting Inspection Today!
Fast, professional, and fully compliant Residential Emergency Lighting Certification Service across London and the M25 areas — ensuring your tenants and property stay safe in any emergency.
