G W Maintenance

Landlords

Landlords have a duty of care towards their tenants to ensure that the fixed wiring in the property and the portable appliances in furnished properties are safe and meets the current wiring regulations. G W Maintenance can inspect and test the wiring and appliances in your propertyand produce certificates that will satisfy letting agents and insurers that the p roperty is electrically safe.
Many managing/letting agents will request that you produce a Periodic Inspection Report to confirm the electrical safety of your dwelling before they accept your property onto their register.

Vendors

With the introduction of the new HIP's (Home Information Pack) legislation, the government has placed upon the seller the responsibility of producing documentation for the property they are selling. At present this legislation does not necessitate the inspection of the wiring in the property to be able to sell your home, however the government has made it a voluntary option. It is quite likely that in the near future, provision will be made to make this law.
The benefits of having electrical safety documentation when selling your home can add to the value of property. Conversely, if you do not have this documentation, this can decrease the value of your property.

Buyers

If you are a buyer, it is essential that you request a 'Landlord Certificate' (Periodic Inspection Report) from a fully qualified electrician in addition to a surveyors report - even if it comes at your cost! It is a wise investment .