Electricity is a wonderful thing that has illuminated our lives and changed the way that we live but it can also be a very dangerous thing. This is why there is a need for landlords to ensure that their properties are regularly checked with respect to electrical connections, wiring and appliances. At Cenultra, we have fully experienced and registered electricians and we can provide a wide range of electrical services for landlords, homeowners, industrial clients and commercial clients looking to ensure that their property is well looked after.
When it comes to electrical safety, there are a number of requirements that landlords should legally meet. It is vital that all electrical installations, such as light fittings and sockets are of a safe standard when tenants move in. The best way to prove that they are safe when a tenant moves in is to have them tested just prior to a tenant moving in. At Cenultra, we are more than happy to carry out this form of testing, which provides you and the tenant with peace of mind and confidence about the quality of the property.
Check on your electrical appliances during a tenancy
There is also a need to ensure that all electrical installations are maintained in a safe and working condition during the tenancy duration. Again, depending on the duration of the tenancy, this may be something that needs to be undertaken at various times, but no matter the length of tenancy, this is something that it pays to be proactive with. If anything was to go wrong with electrical installations and it was found that they hadn’t been tested on a regular basis, there could be a case for a claim made against the landlord.
Even if it doesn’t come to that situation, the psychological impact that can come from knowing a serious accident or incident occurred in your property can live with people for many years. Rather than spending a lifetime wondering if things would have been different if the tests had been carried out, landlords and tenants can take confidence from knowing that the electrical installations have been tested on a regular basis. There is also the fact that landlords should be looking to protect their investment and with an electrical safety certificate, you can take confidence in the fact that your asset is in good shape.
We deliver peace of mind for electrical appliances
When it comes to the appliances that are used in a property, there is a need to ensure that they are safe. This may be an area of contention between the landlord and tenant, but it is probably safe to say that any appliances supplied by the landlord should have a test arranged by the landlord and any appliances brought in by the tenant should also meet the safety requirement. Over time, it is often best to carry out checks at the same time, and perhaps this could be a cost that is split between the landlord and tenant. This will help both parties to save money and at Cenultra, we are happy to arrange electrical appliance testing at a time that is suitable for all parties. No matter who is responsible for bringing the electrical appliances into a property, all of the appliances should have the CE marking on them, as a minimum with respect to their safety.
When it comes to obtaining the all-important landlord electrical safety certificate, there is a legal requirement to ensure that a comprehensive electrical inspection is carried out every three to five years. The actual length of time for an individual property will depend on the recommendation outlined in the previous inspection. This is why it is important to maintain paperwork and look back on previous results from time to time to ensure that you remain up to date with the legal requirements.
While many landlords will complain at the thought of having to hire a professional, there is a great deal to be said for the comfort, confidence and peace of mind that comes from knowing your property is in good condition. There are other tests that can also be carried out by registered electrical engineers, such as EPC , Commercial Electrical Certificate or PAT, and at Cenultra, we are more than happy to provide these tests and services.
Landlord’s responsibilities: https://www.gov.uk/
When it comes to caring for your property and ensuring that the people or tenants within the property are well looked after, there is a need to ensure that electrical appliances are tested on a regular basis. If you want to care for your property in the most effective manner, call on Cenultra.
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