What to check before you sign an offer to purchase.
The certificate handed over at transfer covers the fixed installation as it was tested. Anything added afterwards, or excluded from the test, becomes your problem.
Key Points
- Ask for the certificate date and scope
- Inspect the board for spare capacity
- Check outbuildings and pool equipment
- Budget for an independent inspection
What This Means for Your Property
Electrical decisions compound. A shortcut taken today becomes an expensive rework, a failed inspection or a declined insurance claim later. The safest route is always the documented one: a written quote, compliant materials, correct testing and a certificate on completion.
If you are unsure how any of this applies to your home, complex or premises in Gauteng, speak to a registered electrician before spending money. A short conversation usually saves far more than it costs.
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