No – The inspection and testing must be carried out at intervals of no more than 5 years or where the most recent report requires such inspection and testing to be at intervals of less than 5 years, at the intervals specified in that report. [Note: the legislation refers to ‘intervals’ e.g. every 2 years […]
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Can I use an EIC instead of an EICR to comply with the electrical safety regulations?
The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 make no mention of EICs (Electrical Installation Certificates) issued for all new installations – the regulations make 22 references to ‘report’ but not a single reference to ‘certificate’ (within the context of EIC’s). However, the official guidance for landlords for the same regulations, […]
What you mean by ‘electrical installation’?
Electrical Installation has the meaning given in regulation 2(1) of the Building Regulations 2010(4) which is fixed electrical cables or fixed electrical equipment located on the consumer’s side of the electricity supply meter. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article […]
Is this (inspection and testing of electrical installation) every year?
Inspection and testing must be carried out at intervals of no more than 5 years or where the most recent inspection and test report requires inspection and testing to be at intervals of less than 5 years, at the intervals specified in that report. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it […]
Once a certificate (EICR) has been issued for how long does it remain valid?
Inspection and testing must be carried out at intervals of no more than 5 years or where the most recent inspection and test report requires inspection and testing to be at intervals of less than 5 years, at the intervals specified in that report. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it […]
Do you use a damp meter to detect rising damp in a property?
No – for two reasons: 1. We are not surveyors 2. You cannot diagnose rising damp with resistance meters and ‘theoretical measurements’ Further Reading Has you house been diagnosed with rising damp with a damp meter? {Standard Heritage} Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details […]
Do you hold keys for Let Only properties?
No – we never hold keys for Let Only properties after the start of the tenancy. Immediately the tenancy starts any spare keys are returned to the landlord. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well […]
Will my home insurance cover damage that is caused when things wear out?
Home insurance policies will not cover wear and tear. They are meant to cover damage caused by sudden and unexpected events, not things wearing out, breaking down or failing because they have not been maintained properly. It is important that you look after your home and possessions and maintain the property well as home insurance […]
Why is it important to control the humidity level in my property?
Humidity is simply the amount of water vapour that is present in the air. The recommended humidity level for dwellings is 45-55%. Humidity above 60% causes condensation and encourages the growth of mould, fungus, mildew and moisture-based corrosion such as rusting. It also enables bacteria, viruses and dust mites to breed quickly which causes health […]
Are there are extra legal considerations we should be aware of with regard to renting the property to a disabled person?
Under Section 20 of the Equality Act 2010, the landlord must take reasonable steps to avoid any provision, criterion or practice, or any physical feature which puts a disabled person at a substantial disadvantage in comparison with persons who are not disabled. In addition, reasonable steps must be taken to provide any auxiliary aid necessary […]