February 29, 2020

Electrical Testing – Landlords’ Benefits

Finding tenants is not an easy job and requires a landlord to keep their property in top shape. One of the essential aspects is the safety of the building from electrical issues. This is where electrical testing comes into the framework. Before giving an apartment or building on rent, it is the responsibility of the landlord to ensure proper safety.

It should be known that the majority of accidents at home occur because of electrical faults. Shocks, burns, fire, or even bursting of equipment due to faulty electric wiring can be some of the severe issues. This mandates for the landlord to get electrical testing done from certified electricians for optimum authenticity and safety.

Responsibilities of the Landlord:

1.      All the electrical equipment in the apartment or building should be in working condition.

2.      The wiring needs to be methodically placed to avoid any mishap.

3.      Any electrical appliance given by the landlord to the tenant should be thoroughly checked.

4.      Every installation of electrical equipment in the house should be correctly done.

5.      Electrical testing should be done before handing the property to the tenant.

Benefits for the Landlord:

·         If every installation is done correctly and thorough electrical testing is conducted, the landlord will get better renting deals.

·         Ensuring the safety of the tenants is mandatory, which will strengthen ties between both the parties.

·         With all the testing of electrical equipment done, the landlord will save on sudden costs incurred due to mishaps at home.

Moreover, the law states that the landlord is responsible for every repair needed on the apartment given on rent. The owner cannot leave all the repairs on the tenant in any way. It is essential that the landlord takes all cautionary steps to decrease the risk of fire that may cause harm to the tenants. This is the reason that electrical testing is considered crucial before giving any property on rent. After all, the safety of the property and its tenants is the topmost concern of the landlord.

About the Author

I am James Livingstone, the owner of

Trade Facilities Services

. We provide electrical certificates and

electrical testing

in London, Essex and Kent at reasonable and fair prices. The company is fully insured, and all electricians are qualified members of either NAPIT or the NICEIC. We believe in publishing the correct information for our consumers to ensure they get the value for their money.