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  • Gas Safety Certificate: £55

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    It is a Legal requirement for landlord to have all the gas appliances in a rented property safety-tested every 12 months by a Gas Safe™ registered engineer. At Homefinders we can provide you with your certificate annually to make sure that you fulfil your legal obligations. The certificate takes approximately 30 minutes to complete and is carried out by our subcontracted gas safe engineer. We do not charge extra for additional appliances. The price ius fixed at £65 no additional charges. We also offer a service to our customers where we can pick keys up from a local estate agent or we can arrange access through your tenant to carry out the certificate.

    Upon completion of all necessary safety checks you will be issued with a certificate. This certificate will be proof that all appliances are safe to use; a copy will need to be given to your tenant within 28 days of being issued and you will also need to retain a copy for two years from this point.

    Failure to produce a valid Gas safety certificate (CP12) can result in prosecution, and can also invalidate your property insurance, which in turn means you, can be liable for potential civil claims. The landlord is responsible for this aspect of their tenants’ safety, and if non-compliance were to lead to a death from carbon monoxide poisoning, the landlord could be charged with manslaughter. If you are a landlord and have gas appliances that require gas safety certificates call Homefinders Maintenance Team now on 020 7033 0311 ext 24 or 020 7749 1794 for information and advice.

    Average Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours
    Appointment Duration: 30-60 Minutes
    Payment Options: Pay online Via Debit or Credit Card or Via Telephone with our maintenance team when booking

  • Periodic Electrical Inspection report: £110

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    A Periodic Electrical Inspection is an in-depth inspection of the electrical installation followed by a comprehensive report detailing recommendations and remedial work required. The Periodic Electrical Inspection is the most detailed inspection of the electrical installation and ensures functionality and safety. 1st time landlords and Landlords that have not had the electrics tested in the last five years are also highly recommended to have this carried out.

    We will only accept properties to our emergency cover after any remedial work, if any, done after we do the test.

    Average Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours Appointment Duration: 1-4 Hours Payment Options: Pay online Via Debit or Credit Card or Via Telephone with our maintenance team when booking

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    A Periodic Inspection is an inspection on the condition of an existing electrical installation, to identify (in order of priority) any deficiencies against the national safety standard for electrical installations.

    A periodic inspection will:

    a. reveal if any of your electrical circuits or equipment is overloaded

    b. find any potential electrical shock risks and fire hazards in your electrical installation

    c. identify any defective DIY electrical work

    d. highlight any lack of earthing or bonding

    Tests are also carried out on wiring and associated fixed electrical equipment to check that it is safe. A schedule of circuits will also be provided, which is invaluable for a property.

    Why is a periodic inspection needed?

    Every electrical installation deteriorates with use and age. It is important for the person responsible for the maintenance of the installation to be sure that the safety of users is not put at risk, and that the installation continues to be in a safe and serviceable condition.

    When is a periodic inspection needed?

    It is recommended that periodic inspection and testing is carried out:

    When a property is being prepared to be let (or every 3 to 5 years if it has a current Periodic Electrical inspection and it is currently let.) prior to selling a property or when buying a previously occupied property

    Who should undertake a periodic inspection?

    Periodic inspections should be carried out by a competent electrician who is registered by an approved governing body. All of the periodic Inspections that we conduct are carried out by our subcontracted NICEIC registered Engineers who have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the industry

    What happens during a periodic inspection?

    The electrician will check the electrical installation against the requirements of BS 7671 - Requirements for Electrical Installations ( IEE Wiring Regulations) - as amended, which is the national safety standard for electrical installations, and contains around 850 Regulations.

    What is a periodic inspection report?

    A periodic inspection report (PIR) is a formal method of recording the findings of the periodic inspection, on at least three pages for domestic installations and six pages for larger installations.

    The main purpose of a PIR is to report on the safety condition of an existing installation. Box E on page 1 of the Periodic Inspection Report will describe the overall condition as either 'satisfactory', in which case no immediate remedial work is required, or ‘unsatisfactory' which means remedial work is required to make the installation safe to use.

    Where a PIR describes the installation as 'unsatisfactory', the next thing to look at is Box F on page 2 `Observations and Recommendations for Actions to be Taken'.

    This is where any departures from BS 7671 are recorded, and a code to indicate the urgency of the action needed is given.

    • Code 1 Requires urgent attention

    • Code 2 Requires improvement

    • Code 3 Requires further investigation

    • Code 4 Does not comply with BS 7671

    Code 1 indicates a dangerous, or potentially dangerous, condition that requires urgent attention to make the installation safe. Once the necessary remedial work has been completed, an appropriate certificate should be issued to confirm that the remedial work has been carried out in accordance with BS 7671. The electrician will give a summary of the inspection in the report, which will give a clear indication of the condition of the electrical installation, taking into account all relevant circumstances.

    What happens after a periodic Inspection?

    If the report is satisfactory you will be given your document and no further action will be needed until your next report is due.

    If the report recommends improvements to the installation, we will give you a no obligation quotation for the remedial works to be carried out. If the remedial works are carried out by us you will also be given a free periodic certificate reflecting the changes that you have made and to outline that the periodic inspection has now been recognised as satisfactory.

    How do I book my Periodic Inspection Report?

    To book your periodic Inspection report which will be carried out by NICEIC qualified engineers, please use the book now form below or alternatively call our maintenance team on 020 7033 0311 ext 24 or direct number 020 7749 1794 and we will be happy to process your booking.

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  • PAT testing: £50

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    The pat test includes all electrical appliances that are portable. It should also be noted that plug sockets for the items should be visible & freely accessible. We will not be able to move items such as fridge freezers etc due to insurance and liability restrictions.

    • Average Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours

    • Appointment Duration: 30-90 Minutes

    • Payment Options: Pay online Via Debit or Credit Card or Via Telephone with our maintenance team when booking

    What is Residential PAT Testing?

    Portable appliance testing, or PAT testing, as it is more commonly known, is the procedure whereby Residential electrical equipment e.g. Toaster’s, Kettle’s, Fridge freezer’s and Televisions are tested using an instrument (PAT test machine) and visually checked for electrical safety.

    Who needs residential PAT testing?

    Residential PAT tests are usually carried out on properties that are due to be rented or are currently being rented and there is a change of tenant. The PAT Test needs to be carried out every 12 months.

    What do you receive with the PAT Test?

    When each of your items have been tested and they have been deemed safe you will receive a sticker on each item to prove that the item is safe and you will also receive a Form which will list ever item in the property that has been tested and the result of each item e.g. Siemens W460 Washing Machine “Pass”.

    What Law does this cover me for?

    By carrying out the PAT Test on all items that are being left for the tenant you are ensuring that you are covered against the Electrical Equipment Regulations (1994) and the consumer protection act (1997), both of which carry fines of up to £5,000 and 6 months imprisonment.

    Full wording of Each Legislation

    With effect from 31st December 1995 it is advised that all Landlords upon letting their property firstly obtain an Electrical Safety Certificate and that all electrical appliances have been checked for any defects (e.g. frayed wiring, badly fitted plugs etc.) and any unsafe items removed. Please note that the maximum penalty for non-compliance is a £5,000 fine, six months imprisonment or both

    The Consumer Protection Act 1987 is the primary legislation covering the above secondary regulations. The Consumer Protection Act allows for a maximum penalty of a £5,000 fine and/or 6 months imprisonment. Please note that it is also a criminal offence to offer a property to let without the property having documented evidence of the above safety regulations.

    How to Book Your Portable Appliance Test (PAT Test)

    To book your portable appliance test with one of our fully regulated engineers, please use the book now form below or alternatively call our maintenance team on 020 7033 0311 ext 24 or direct number 020 7749 1794 and we would be happy to book in an appointment for you.

  • Energy Performance Certificate (EPC): £65

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    If you are renting or selling your property as of the 1st of October 2008 you will require an energy performance certificate also known as an EPC. This is required before marketing of your property can commence. The EPC lasts 10 years and is carried out by our accredited energy assessors. The report takes an average of 40 minutes to complete and our team will need access to all rooms in the property.

    Average Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours
    Appointment Duration: 30-60 Minutes
    Payment Options: Pay online Via Debit or Credit Card or Via Telephone with our maintenance team when booking

    What the report contains?

    The report gives your property a rating between A and G. “A” Rated properties have the lowest running costs and “G” the highest. The calculation is made using the characteristics of the home which include, but are not limited to: - the age of property, heating system, heating controls, insulation, glazing and lighting.

    Once the calculation is made you will receive an 8 page report that will outline your score and give recommendations on how your rating can be improved. It is advised to act on the recommendations but you are under no legal obligation to do so. If you require an energy performance certificate please complete the online order form below. Alternatively call our friendly team on 020 7033 0311 ext 24 or direct number 020 7749 1794 and we will be happy to help.

  • Gas safety + Boiler servicing: £110

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    To keep your boiler working safely, efficiently and to reduce the risk of breakdown, gas boiler manufacturers recommend your boiler is serviced every 12 months. Having your boiler serviced and running to its maximum efficiency can save as much as 15% of household energy bills.

    Our engineers carry out a thorough check of you boiler and components. The boiler service should take in the region of 30-45 minutes to carry out depending on the make and type of the boiler. At the end of your service you will receive a service certificate outlining what has been done.

    • Average Turnaround Time: 24-72 Hours

    • Appointment Duration: 1-2 Hours

    • Payment Options: Pay online Via Debit or Credit Card or Via Telephone with our maintenance team when booking