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Do I need a new EICR for each new tenancy?
Read more: Do I need a new EICR for each new tenancy?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 – the legislation does not refer to future uncertain events that may or may not happen within 5 years e.g. when the next tenancy ends] Electrical Safety First recommend that when a change of tenancy occurs, the landlord or their representative should always carry out…
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Can I use an EIC instead of an EICR to comply with the electrical safety regulations?
Read more: 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, states that if a property is newly built or has been completely rewired, landlords can provide a copy of the EIC to tenants and, if requested, the local authority. The landlord will then not be required to carry out further checks or provide a report…
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Will you provide me (tenant) with a reference at the end of my tenancy?
Read more: Will you provide me (tenant) with a reference at the end of my tenancy?There is no legal or contractual obligation for the landlord or his agent to provide a reference for a tenant at the end of the tenancy. Where a tenant has fully complied with all the conditions of a tenancy throughout the tenancy we will, free of charge and with the prior written consent of the tenant, confirm the tenant’s compliance and confirm the core terms of the tenancy to any third party. Where a tenant has not fully complied with all the conditions of a tenancy throughout the tenancy we will, free of charge and with the prior written consent…
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What you mean by ‘electrical installation’?
Read more: 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 so we know how well it answered your question…
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Is this (inspection and testing of electrical installation) every year?
Read more: 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 at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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Once a certificate (EICR) has been issued for how long does it remain valid?
Read more: 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 at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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Do you use a damp meter to detect rising damp in a property?
Read more: 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 here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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Is there a deposit or fees?
Read more: Is there a deposit or fees?For tenants, a Holding Deposit and a Tenancy Deposit are payable before the commencement of the tenancy. Details of the Holding Deposit and Tenancy Deposit are shown in the property listings online. For tenants, there are no fees payable before the start of the tenancy but there many be permitted payments due during the tenancy – details of these fees can be found here 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 it answered your question…
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What is the current Coronavirus guidance on moving home?
Read more: What is the current Coronavirus guidance on moving home?You can still move home People outside your household or support bubble should not help with moving house unless absolutely necessary Estate and letting agents and removals firms can continue to work If you are looking to move, you can go to property viewings Follow the national guidance on moving home safely, which includes advice on social distancing, letting fresh air in, and wearing a face covering. Further Reading National lockdown: Stay at Home guidance 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…
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Worcester Greenstar 30i Erp User Instructions
Read more: Worcester Greenstar 30i Erp User InstructionsWorcester Greenstar 30i Erp User Instructions