survey and test

Do you need an energy efficiency check,

home condition report or electrical safety inspection?

 

 

Survey and Test provide these services to homeowners and Landlords across Kent.

How did Survey and Test's energy need become carbon neutral?

We’ve reduced our electricity consumption and converted to a renewable supplier

We use low emitting vehicles (120g/km rather than the average 180g/km) as well as public transport where equipment needs permit

We also re-use, update and repair where ever possible

We plant trees in our area to offset the remainder (2.8 tonnes)

We keep an open mind about any improvements or changes we might be able make in the future.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are Survey and Test's customers?

Anyone who needs a quality, no excuses service. Our customers include homeowners, property agents, solicitors and HIP providers. We also provide a PAT testing service to businesses.

Does the Energy Performance Certificate show me how to save money?

The certificate shows which parts of the home waste the most energy as well as the likely savings that could be made after improvement. Savings in energy also mean less pollution and a lower carbon footprint.

Do I have to have an energy performance certificate?

Yes – if you are putting a house up for sale after the 14th December 2007. From 1st October 2008, Landlords letting homes will also need to provide an Energy performance certificate

We are a housing association – can Survey and Test provide Energy Performance Certificates for our social housing stock?

Yes – Survey and Test are mandated to use sampling and cloning techniques.

Can I include a Home condition report in my home information pack (HIP)?

Yes, Home Condition Reports are an optional document that can be included in the HIP and may reduce the chance of the sale falling through later in the process.

How do I know that the home inspector is professionally trained?

Only licensed home inspectors can carry out home condition reports.

To obtain a licence, the home inspector will have a degree level qualification, have demonstrated an in-depth knowledge and practical understanding of residential property and will have undergone background checks, such as a check with the criminal records bureau.

Home inspectors are regularly monitored to confirm that the standard of their work remains high.

I am a Landlord. Do I need to have electrical tests in my rental properties?

Although there is no legislation to specifically enforce electrical testing, there is a range of legislation that the landlord can be held accountable to, should a tenant or their visitors suffer in an electrical accident or fire at the property.

The landlord situation seems to be awash with phrases like ‘reasonable care must be taken’ or must prove ‘due diligence,’ but generally speaking, the landlord owes the tenant and users of the property a duty of care.

Legislation includes:
Occupiers liability act 1957
The Consumer Protection Act 1987
The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
Electricity at work regulations

I am a Homeowner. Should my electrical system be tested regularly?

Yes - the wiring regulations require all domestic systems to be tested at regular intervals depending on the situation; usually this is 5 yearly or upon change of occupancy.

Can I include an electrical test certificate in my home information pack (HIP)?

Yes, The BS7671 electrical inspection can be included in your HIP

We have a commercial property – can Survey and Test provide Energy Performance Certificates for commercial buildings?

Yes – Survey and Test will provide Commercial Energy Certificates from August 2008

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