Electrical Services
Property Appraisals also offers a range of electrical services to suit your needs.
I hold numerous electrical qualifications and the relevant insurance policies, allowing me to test,
inspect and verify installations carried out by others. This is applicable to the Commercial, Industrial and Domestic sectors.
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Emergency lighting and Fire Alarm testing and reports are also available.
One-offs, monthly, annually or any frequency to suit your needs and obligations
can be arranged. Remedial works for non-compliant installations are also possible.
Electrical Services
Why pay for the cost of an Electrical Inspection and Certification?
Put quite simply - Because without one you will void the vast majority of insurance policies you are likely to hold
and leave yourself liable to compensation or prosecution from other injured parties.
Suffering all costs to put the damage to your property, and possibly neighbouring properties,
back to it’s original condition.
This responsibility falls to homeowners, rental property owners, business owners, communal area custodians,
offices, factories and so forth.
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It is a “Get out clause” for insurance companies every day of the year and the policy holder is left to foot the bill for any damage, or injuries, to others as well as themselves. Despite having paid the premiums all along.
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Since 2005, any electrical installation work (minor omissions) carried out on a domestic property, has to be tested,
a certificate issued and the local authorities notified that the work has been carried out by a Competent Person.
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This certificate has to be kept in possession by the homeowner and produced when selling the property or making
an insurance claim. Many Electrical Contractors do not issue the certificates to save time and money.
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The homeowner regularly is unaware of the regulations and that they should have received one.
Therefore they cannot prove compliance in relation to an insurance claim and have to pay for the property
re-tested and certified before it can be sold legally. Don’t get caught out!
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a comprehensive examination and assessment
of electrical installations and systems within a building or facility to ensure they comply with the relevant safety regulations, standards and codes. The primary purpose of such surveys is to identify potential hazards,
sub-standard workmanship, ensure the safety of occupants, and prevent electrical failures that could
lead to accidents, damage or fire.
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It is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure they hold a valid electrical certificate, without this you will be liable and uninsured.
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Services Offered:
• EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) •
• Scheduled Testing & Inspection •
• Landlords Compliance Certificates •
• Fire Alarm Testing •
• Emergency Lighting Testing •
• Remedial Works •
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Here are the key aspects typically covered in an electrical compliance survey:
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Safety Measures:
Evaluate the effectiveness of safety measures in place, such as circuit protection devices, grounding systems,
and emergency shutdown procedures.
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Inspection of Electrical Equipment:
Assess the condition of electrical equipment such as distribution panels, circuit breakers, switches, and wiring.
Check for signs of wear and tear, overheating, or other potential issues that may compromise safety.
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Testing and Measurement:
Conduct electrical testing to ensure proper voltage levels, insulation resistance, and continuity.
Measure the performance of protective devices and earthing systems.
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Documentation Review:
Review documentation related to electrical installations, including schematics, maintenance records,
and previous inspection reports.
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Identification of Non-compliance Issues:
Identify and document any areas where the electrical installation does not comply with regulations
or poses a safety risk.
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Recommendations and Remedial Actions:
Provide recommendations for addressing non-compliance issues and implementing corrective actions.
Prioritise recommendations based on the level of risk and potential impact.