TESTING & CERTIFICATION:

Installation/Design Certificates
Minor Works Certificates
Electrical installation Condition Reports
EICR - Electrical Inspection Condition Reports for Landlords

LANDLORD CERTIFICATES

Giving landlords complete peace of mind

A certificate issued by a reputable electrician provides peace of mind for landlords that the electrical system in their property is completely safe for their tenants. We are ideally placed to help with this.

Although there is no legal obligation for landlords to obtain one, an electrical certificate is proof that

Call Electrician has been inspecting and certifying electrical systems and appliances in rental properties for more than two decades, with all work tailored to landlords’ individual requirements. All rental properties are different but our work has one common goal: to protect landlords. The certification we provide enables them to show ‘due diligence’ that their tenants can use all electrical equipment safely.

Talk to a friendly expert about the electrics in your rental property.

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IS YOUR PROPERTY ELECTRICALLY SAFE AND SOUND?

Put simply, electrical testing and inspection saves lives. If you are a home owner, your electrics should be inspected and tested by a qualified person every 10 years, or every five years if your property is rented.

All electrical installations deteriorate with age, therefore periodic inspection and testing on wiring and fixed electrical equipment is crucial to check that they are safe.

Increasingly, building societies ask for an electrical inspection before agreeing a mortgage. Many clients, armed with the facts, are able to negotiate a reduced price and the report can also be used to plan future maintenance.

A certificate of safety from the experts

As highly experienced NAPIT gistered electricians, we will check the condition of your electrics against the UK standard for the safety of electrical installations (BS 7671).

This will:

show if any of your electrical circuitry is overloaded;
find any potential electric shock risks and fire hazards;
identify any defective electrical work;
highlight any work with no earthing or bonding.

We will then issue an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) detailing any observed damage, deterioration, defects, dangerous conditions and non-compliances with the present-day safety standard that might present danger. This will give you a complete picture of your electrics, professional advice for any improvements you could make and peace of mind that your property is safe.

Talk to a friendly expert to make sure your property is safe. Call us for a free quotation.

EIC Reports for domestic properties

When buying or selling a home, the EIC Report offers a full review of the electrical system so that both parties can be sure that the property is safe and does not pose any risks in terms of electrical fires or shocks. Prospective homebuyers often request EIC Reports and electrical safety certificates to be produced before they commit to making a move on a home. They can also be recommended by a mortgage lender or surveyor, so that they can be sure that the property’s electrics are safe and up to standard before contracts are signed.

The reports show that, if a fault in the electrics were to occur, the consumer unit would trip and cut power, removing any risk of shock or burns to the homeowner and other residents.

EIC Reports for businesses

Businesses need to get their EIC Reports updated on a regular basis to show that their office or commercial building is safe for employees, visitors and anyone else in the vicinity. They demonstrate that the building’s electrics comply with the Health and Safety at Work etc Act.

If the commercial property is affected by a natural disaster, such as a flood or fire, its EIC Report will need to be redone, as this may have damaged or changed some of the electrics.

Just like with domestic properties, the EIC Reports show that, in the case of an electrical fault, the system would trip and cut power immediately, without risk of shock or burns.

The cost of your report depends on the size of your business premises and the number of circuits within each consumer unit.

FAULT FINDING

There may be times when you require electrical work in a hurry. Electrical faults can be highly inconvenient and frustrating for those affected, not to mention dangerous, so it’s important to call an electrician as soon as you can. Call Electricians are able to swiftly troubleshoot and diagnose any fault or issue you are having, find out what’s gone wrong, finding solutions to ensure your electricity is working as it should. We can assess any part of your electrics, from consumer units and wiring to your lighting.

ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT JOBS IN THE HOME

If your property hasn’t been rewired within the last two decades, or you’re planning to extend, renovate or refurbish your property, the chances are that the wiring will need partly or completely upgrading to be compliant with current building regulations.

Faulty or sub-standard electrics can be a serious fire hazard, leading to electrocution or a potentially fatal accident if left untreated. We rely more on electrical appliances than ever before, so it’s important to have the peace of mind that your home can safely manage all of these demands.

A complete solution tailored to your needs

We can give you a detailed recommendation of what your property needs following a visit by one of our experts.

THE FUSE BOARD IS THE NERVE CENTRE OF YOUR HOME

The fuse board, or consumer unit, is the ‘thinking centre’ for the electrics in the home. This crucial piece of hardware manages, distributes and protects the electrical system in your property. Therefore it must be checked on a regular basis and upgraded if necessary, in order to keep your electrics working efficiently and your home safe. This is particularly important if:

you are having some other electrical work carried out;
your current fuse board is overloaded and is starting to cause problems in your home;
your wiring isn’t in first-class condition but you can’t go to the trouble or expense of rewiring your home.

It is also essential that your earthing and bonding meet the required standards to protect against electric shock.

We will review the condition of your fuse board and give you an honest recommendation based on our years of specialised experience. If you need an upgrade of your fuse board, earthing and bonding, we can perform all necessary work to the highest level, ensuring your home is safely protected for years to come. If this part of your home’s electrics is already sound, we will be happy to let you know.

COOKERS & SHOWERS

Keeping your kitchen and bathroom fully functional

Cookers and showers are two essentials we can’t do without in the home. When you need one or both repairing or replacing, you need a qualified professional who you can rely on.

Call Electricians can offer friendly advice and give you a free no-obligation quote. You may be updating your home and have chosen a new appliance, or looking for a fast fix on a tight budget. Whatever your circumstances, we will give you the benefit of our vast experience. We can provide a full installation or repair service to fit in with your plans, ensuring you’re not left without the essentials for long.

Talk to a friendly expert about your cooker and shower requirements.

BURGLAR ALARMS

A burglar alarm is one of the most effective ways of deterring intruders and boosting your home security. There’s a wide range of alarm systems on the market, from simple intruder alarms to fully-monitored 24-hour devices. A good quality alarm system will not only give you peace of mind that your home is protected, it will also reduce your home insurance premiums.

Whatever your requirements and budget, we can advise you on the best solution for your property talk to a friendly expert about your home security requirements.

SMOKE DETECTORS & FIRE ALARMS

Safeguard your most valuable possessions – your family

It may sound like a cliché but a simple, inexpensive smoke detector and fire alarm can be a life saver. The fire service recommends at least one smoke alarm should be installed on each floor of a building. Whether you are a home owner or a landlord, it couldn’t be easier to protect the people in your property. AC Electrical Services has been doing just that for more than two decades.

We will give your property a professional appraisal and deliver a bespoke solution based on your individual needs. We can install an up-to-date wireless or analogue detector offering complete protection, or an addressable system offering detailed information about the source of the fire.

Talk to a friendly expert about a fire prevention solution.

GARAGE & OUTDOOR ELECTRICAL

Creating the ideal outdoor environment

Outdoor buildings and spaces are an important feature of our homes, bringing great enjoyment for all the family and also adding extra value. Whether you want to transform your home with a swimming pool, hot tub or other water feature, boost the power and lighting in your garage, shed or garden or simply add some extra sockets to power your garden tools, we can help.

Part P of the building regulations now effectively bans home owners from installing their own electrics in ponds, garages, sheds and greenhouses. It is always advisable to hire a competent and experienced professional for all electrical work. Call Electricians as a Part P registered contractor, will talk to you about the possibilities outside your home and create a bespoke solution. With all kinds of lighting, heating and power options available, we can make outside living something to enjoy all year round.

Talk to a friendly expert about the possibilities at your home.

SECURITY LIGHTING

Lighting solutions to secure your home

Preventing burglary is a priority for many home owners and security lighting can be highly effective in protecting your home against intruders. We can create a bespoke solution to improve the security of your property.

We will work closely with you to find out your requirements and what will be most effective for you. This may be a system of lighting that is activated when movement is detected, one that is activated automatically at timed intervals or another solution. This, used alongside CCTV and/or an alarm system, can be highly effective in deterring intruders and giving you valuable peace of mind.

Talk to a friendly expert about your security lighting requirements.