electrical certificate

[kamshaft1]

Hi guys,

im new to this forum and this is my 1st post .

Just have a quick question, i have a flat which i rent out and for insurance i need an electrician to come round and check the wiring and give me a certificate. What i want to know is what will the electrician do and is there anything i can do myself before a call an electrician to keep the cost down?

Cheers

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

They'll do what is known as PIR(periodic inspection report)
This will mean inspecting your installation, accessories(fittings, switches,socket outlets, etc...)
identifiy cables colours, sizes, breakers.... etc. etc.
Evaluating the electrical installation’s safety, and/or deterioration. Such as damage, wear, tear, corrosion, excessive electrical loading, ageing and environmental influences, or items of none compliance.
In general a good look at your installation.
Then they will do a variety of test some dead and some live.
Then make a report out.
Not a lot you can do other than offer a friendly brew and few biscuits.

 

[Taylortwocities]

Useful things for you to read:

Guidance for landlords
http://www.esc.org.uk/business-and-community/guidance-for/landlords.html

Info about inspection reports
http://www.esc.org.uk/pdfs/business-and-community/electrical-industry/BPG4_08.pdf

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

good links ttcs