New research has revealed that
homeowners are risking their lives by not getting their electrics fully
checked, leaving potentially deadly faults lurking in thousands of homes. Therefore electrical inspection and testing is of great importance to a safe home
Our survey revealed that nearly
nine out of ten (89%) homeowners don’t really think about getting their
electrics fully tested, with eighty eight percent (88%) confessing that getting
their gas boiler checked is more important to them. Over a third (32%) admitted
they have never had the electrics in their home fully tested.
That’s why NICEIC has launched ‘MOT
Your Home’, a national consumer safety campaign warning homeowners about
the dangers of electrical DIY. Fronted by home-improvement expert, Linda
Barker, the new campaign encourages homeowners whose property is over 10
years old to employ a registered electrician to carry out a Periodic Electrical Inspection
and Testing Report, which acts like an MOT for the property.
Linda Barker, NICEIC
spokesperson, says: “I’ve teamed up with the NICEIC to encourage consumers to
get their homes checked and make electrical safety a top priority. Even though
it’s tempting to try and save a few pennies where possible at the moment, a
simple home MOT could save lives. To help homeowners ensure optimum electrical
safety in their home I’ve put together some simple tips and advice to protect
families and homes from electrical fire risks.”
To ensure any report or
electrical work carried out is safe and complies with Building Regulations,
it’s advisable to employ an NICEIC electrician.
