Why should I have my electrical
installation tested?
There are around 9,000* fires in homes every
year, which are directly linked to faulty
electrical wiring. Having your installation
tested proves that the installation is safe
and gives you peace of mind.
* Figures based on the national statistics
available from ODPM
Why do I require an electrical
safety certificate when it is not law to
have one?
From 2007 the homebuyers pack will come
into force, which will require a current
electrical certificate. If you are thinking
of selling your house you will not be able
to do so with out an electrical certificate.
How long is the certificate valid
for?
Typically the certificates are valid for
a maximum of 10 years. However it is up
to the tester too specify an amount of time
based on the test results, experience and
judgement.
Why is the government bringing
in new laws (Part P)?
The current regulations of the IEE (Institution
of Electrical Engineers) wiring regulations
BS 7671 was issued in 1991. It states that
every electrical system shall be tested
before being brought into service and have
an electrical safety certificate issued.
It is only since the Part P law has come
in that the current regulations are starting
to be implemented correctly.
How does this relate to the electrical
safety certificate?
The electrical safety certificate ensures
that the fixed electrical wiring is in a
satisfactory state of repair and is able
to remain in service.
What happens if I do not have one?
Your life and property could be at risk.
Can this affect my insurance?
Yes! Some insurance companies will not offer
cover until a safety electrical certificate
has been issued. Increasingly insurance
companies are becoming aware of the electrical
regulations and are adjusting their policies
to suit.
How can I avoid these problems?
Get your property tested.
What is a special location
Special locations are the bathroom, kitchen,
garden, pool, spa & sauna etc.
Can I get a builder to do the works
and then get a registered electrician to
issue the test certificates afterwards?
No! The individual or company that carries
out the works is responsible for the design,
installation, the testing and issuing of
any certificates. Any electrician issuing
an installation certificate for work that
has not been completed by him is breaking
the law as stipulated in ‘Part P’
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