Electrical Installation Cheltenham
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for landlords in Cheltenham.
Electrical Installation Condition Reports Cheltenham
From June 1st 2020, it became mandatory that all electrical installations in private rental properties were to be tested by a competent electrician before a new tenancy began on July 1st 2020. Any existing tenancies have until April 1st 2021. These electrical tests must be carried out every 5 years to ensure the safety of your tenants.
At AA Kear Electrical Services Ltd, we specialise in the provision of Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) for landlords in Cheltenham and the surrounding areas. We are members of the National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting, providing excellent, reliable, high-quality services to customers.
For more information, call us on: 01594 541592.
Test Your Appliances
Private landlords have a duty of care. You have the responsibility to ensure all electrical appliances within the property are PAT tested by a fully qualified electrician in order to have an Electrical Installation Condition Report provided. PAT tests are simply to ensure that all appliances are fully functional.
When the appliances have been PAT tested, you must provide your tenants with a copy of the Electrical Installation Condition Report. However, if your report highlights any issues, they must be resolved by a competent electrician within 28 days of the inspection. Once the issue is resolved, you must also provide proof that the appliance has now met safety standards. Failure to comply means you could face a fine of up to £30,000.
By complying with legal requirements and providing evidence to your tenants that all appliances have been checked by a professional, you give them the peace of mind that the property is safe. As fully qualified professionals, we can offer the appropriate advice and guidance in completing this process and ensuring all standards are met.
For more information, please get in touch.
Our Electrical Services
AA Kear Electrical Services Ltd is proud to offer a comprehensive electrical service to customers in Cheltenham and the surrounding areas. On top of our Electrical Installation Condition Reports for landlords, we also provide:
- Rewiring
- Part P Certification
- Electrical Design
- Free Advice
- Commercial and Industrial Services
To make an enquiry about our full range of services, call us today.
The Importance Of Electrical Testing
Ensuring that all appliances within a rental property have been thoroughly tested is very important. We underestimate how often we use our electrical appliances, and the more we use them, the more their function begins to change. If an appliance is not tested regularly, it could lead to issues such as an accidental shock or house fire, which could be fatal.
When we PAT test an appliance, we check their functionality, wires, etc. and ensure that it complies with electrical safety standards. If it complies, we then tag the device with the date of when the test was carried out, along with the next test date. By ensuring that all appliances are tested, it reduces the risk of facing legal action should a tenant suffer an appliance-related injury – you can prove that all appliances have been tested by professionals and comply with the safety standards.
As professionals, we know exactly what to look for when checking electrical appliances in order to keep occupants safe. For professional electrical testing services, contact us.
