Any house over 10 years old should have its electrical systems inspected to ensure that they are in safe and efficient working order. Like all parts of a building, electrical switches, sockets, fittings, and connections can wear and tear over time, so its very important to have them checked and repaired before a minor issue turns into a dangerous fault.
If you own a rental property, you must ensure that the electrical systems are in good working order at the start of a new tenancy. We can provide a periodic inspection report (PIR) and advise on any remedial works required. If you rent a commercial property, especially one where general public are present, its even more important to ensure your electrical systems are safe and compliant.
Many older properties use obsolete electrical safety components that are no longer in compliance with modern safety standards and regulations. Modern appliances can put a strain on these old components that they were not designed to take, meaning that they do not provide adequate protection for the people using them or the appliance itself. An upgrade to the consumer unit (fuse board) will help bring the building to up to the latest standards of electrical safety using RCBOs (residual current circuit breaker with overcurrent protection). These circuit breakers instantly disconnect the power if they detect a fault or a surge of current. This both protects people and devices.
With the ever-increasing cost of energy, many of our clients are looking to future-proof their properties by adding energy-efficient controls and integrated systems. These can be something as simple as a PIR (Passive Infra Red) sensor light switch that only activates lighting after dark and when someone is present, all the way up to fully automated buidling control systems that manage lighting, heating, access control and even window shades.
To confirm your inspection, we ask for a €50 deposit, which you can pay online here. The cost of a full inspection will depend on the size of the building, accessibility, and complexity of the installation. We will confirm the full price before we start. The balance of the inspection cost will be due on completion.