Most people know about the dangers of gas faults in the home. Less is known, however, about the risk of faulty electrical systems and equipment – yet the outcomes can be just as serious.
That’s why it’s vital to have regular safety checks in your home to protect you, your family, your neighbours and anyone who visits.
Electrical checks, which landlords including Hull City Council used to carry out at least every 10 years, now have to be every 5 years. They include all electrical installations in the home, as well as any electrical equipment we supply for you to use.
This is because of a recent change in the law that reflects the importance of testing electrics more often.
What happens with an electrical safety check?
- First, we write to you to tell you that it’s time for an electrical safety check
- Next, our contractor, KWL, will contact you to make an appointment
- Electrical safety checks take 3-4 hours
- We will need access to the fuse box, or consumer unit, and all switches and sockets
Depending on the results of the test, we may need to book a further appointment to carry out repairs to ensure the electrical system complies with the latest safety legislation. About 40% of all tests require a follow-up appointment – which just shows how important the checks are.
Unable to keep an appointment?
If you are unable to keep an appointment for an electrical or gas safety check, please contact us as soon as possible to rearrange it.
Some people are reluctant to let us carry out safety checks on their homes. There are many reasons for this, but whatever the situation, we are here to help and find a solution.
One of the most important things we do as a landlord is making sure your home is safe for you, your family, your visitors and your neighbours. Regular checks are also a legal requirement and part of every Council tenancy agreement. So please help us to protect you by making a safety check a priority.