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Simply giving you peace of mind when buying or selling a house

Whenever you are buying or selling a property it makes sense to ensure the gas and electrical systems are up to scratch.

A simple inspection and test can save both seller and buyer time and money and can help avoid unexpected bills after completion. 

Our services include:

NICEIC – Full Electrical Circuitry Test (Electrical Condition Report)

Full inspection and test and issue of an NICEIC certificate and report as may be required by Banks, Building Societies, Surveyors, Housing Associations, Insurance Companies, Councils and other professional bodies.

Visual Electrical Inspection (low cost peace of mind)

A report on the condition of:

  • Bonding (earthing)
  • CCU (fuse box)
  • Lighting circuits
  • Power circuits

Gas & Heating Inspection

Check and report on gas and heating systems for safety and condition.

We can move quickly so if you need to sell quickly or your survey recommends an inspection please get in touch.

We pride ourselves on our customer service so our reports are presented in simple straightforward English so that they are easy to understand for anyone.

Why not give us a call on 01823 668623 to find out how we can help making a move that much simpler.

 

My building survey has suggested checking the electrics, why?

Whilst building surveyors are not qualified to inspect electrical installations they see enough houses to know when something looks wrong. Frequently they will highlight the electrical system as being of an age where a safety inspection would be prudent. Like all things, electrical circuits suffer from wear and tear, the main problem being that most of the faults are hidden in the walls.

What is the benefit of a pre-purchase survey?

Many houses will have outdated wiring or have had DIY electrical work carried out which under certain circumstances could be dangerous. A pre-purchase survey is a thorough visual and electrical test of the wiring which will pick up faults or potentially dangerous wiring and give you an estimate of the likely repair costs if any are required. We can also check the gas systems for safety and give you a condition report on the heating system.

How do I justify the additional expense, it's not something I have to have?

The amount and type of electrical appliances used by most households has changed over the years and the wiring regulations have changed to reflect that. The majority of housing stock in the UK would not meet current safety standards. The pre purchase inspection will tell you if the property is safe and likely cost of any repairs before you buy, allowing you to take this into account when negotiating the price. We feel most people would find this preferable to learning that the wiring is dangerous or the boiler needs to be replaced after the property has been purchased.

How much does a pre-purchase survey cost?

The electrical pre-purchase survey cost varies dependant on property size but starts from £100 +VAT. The gas inspection costs £65 + VAT. Bear in mind the electrical certificate on an owner/occupied domestic property is normally valid for 10 years so can also be used as a selling point if you decide to sell the property.

I am buying to let, why would I need a certificate?

If you are going to let the property you are responsible for ensuring the property is safe for the tenant to use, this includes the electrical installation and gas installation. If you check before you buy you ensure the property is in a rentable condition, rather than have unexpected expenses afterwards. If we know you are renting the property, we can issue a gas safety certificate based on the gas inspection for a nominal fee.