Does your House need Rewiring?

Is the wiring safe in your home?

 

Government statistics show how unsafe electrical installation cause more than 750 accidents and 12,500 fire in homes every year. Electrics in the home should be checked every ten years, because in less time than you may think the electrics can become damaged or worn through general wear and tear.

 

If the electrics in your house have been checked before a notice will be issued usually be fixed on or near the fuse board recommending the next inspection date. If you are moving home, you need to know about the electrics in your new property. Be extra cautious if the property is old as it runs a higher risk of having faulty wiring.

 

An electrical survey known as a periodic inspection looks for possible electric shock risks and fire hazards. We will carry out tests on the wiring and fixed electrical equipment, identify any faulty electrical work and highlight if safety measures (Such as earth bonding) is present in bathroom.

 

After the inspection we will give you an Electrical Survey Report (Periodic Inspection Report). The report identifies the overall condition of all the electrics stating weather it is satisfactory for continued use and any work which might need to be done.

Do You Need a Rewire?

 

If you have had a Periodic Inspection and it has thrown up an unsatisfactory result, or if the wiring in your home is very old, you may need a rewire.

Things to think about.
Rewire first – Decorate later – A rewire can be very messy job – causing major disruptions to the household. Prepare a brief of what you need. Make a list of the number of sockets and lighting points you would like in each room. If you want wires concealed and accessories flush fitted – make this very clear in your brief. If you plan to buy your own light fittings and accessories check with our electricians to see if they are suitable.

 

When the rewire and other installations are completed we will give you an electrical installation certificate which confirms that the work has been carried out, inspected and tested in accordance with BS 7671, national safety standard for electrical installation. Within 30 days of the work being completed you will receive an NICEIC certificate that confirms that the work complies with the part P of the Building Regulations.

Periodic Inspection Reporting Scheme (DPIR)

NICEIC Approved Contractor Scheme for electrical contractors undertaking design, installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of electrical installations to BS7671.

What is the Domestic Periodic Inspection Reporting (DPIR) Scheme? The NICEIC DPIR Scheme is designed to provide contractors that perform periodic inspection reporting in dwellings with independent recognition of their skills and to provide a definitive register of inspectors to householders, landlords and other specifies.

 

For Further information:niceic householder fact sheets