Electric

We have a responsibility to do regular basic electrical safety checks to ensure  installations and appliances work safely.

We're required by law to ensure the electrical installation in a rented home is safe when a resident moves in.

We also conduct a periodic electrical inspection in your home every five years.

The inspection for the Electrical Installation Condition Report includes consumer units (fuse boards), protective bonding, lighting, switches, sockets etc.

Periodic inspection and testing is needed because all electrical installations can deteriorate due to damage, general wear and tear, corrosion, excessive electrical loading, ageing and environmental influences. 

We'll write to you with an appointment before doing an electrical inspection at your home.

It's very important you allow us access so we can identify any potential risk to you and your family.

Not allowing us access after we've made three attempts could result in a court order allowing us to access your home.

 

 

 

You should never try to carry out your own electrical repairs.

More advice is available from www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk

 

This simple socket calculator can help you ensure you don't overlad electrical sockets in your home: www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/guidance/safety-around-the-home/overloading-sockets/