The importance of electrical safety certificates, Wimbledon

What is an electrical safety certificate?

Like everything within a building, electrical installations will deteriorate over time and should be inspected every 3-5 years, this is particularly important for three main groups of people:

1. Home owners – for ongoing maintenance works or if you plan to sell your home
2. Private landlords – for the safety of their tenants
3. Tenants – who should seek a copy of the certificate before agreeing to rent a property

When should you seek electrical safety certificates in Wimbledon?

There are a few varying instances when you will require a certificate, though the rules between England and Wales can differ:

1. A new circuit has been installed
2. A fuse box or consumer unit has been replaced
3. An existing circuit has been added or altered in a room containing water
4. An existing circuit has been added or altered
5. Condition checking for deterioration