Local electrician in Chew Magna
Chew Magna is a village in the Chew Valley area of Bath and Somerset. Chew Magna often sees a great number of tourists flocking to view the picturesque Chew Valley Lake which is south of the village.
A famous landmark in Chew Magna is St Andrews Church which dates back to the 12th century. The high streets too contain a number of older buildings and structures such as The Beeches which were built in1762.
Chew Magna is in close proximity to Bath, Bristol and Bristol city airport.
You can reach Chew Magna via the J21, a branch off the M5.
EMC Electrical group are local domestic and commercial electricians in the Chew Magna area. Collectively, the team has years of experience as NICEIC approved electricians. We work closely with homeowners, businesses and landlords, quoting only necessary electrical work.
To find out what existing customers have to say about our services, check out the client testimonials on our website.
What happens during an EICR in Chew Magna?
It helps if we explain what an EICR is. An electrical installation condition report is an inspection of the electrical installations at a property. Fixtures such as the lighting, outlets, switches and the consumer unit are investigated by an approved electrician.
The team looks for flaws in wiring, loose connections, deteriorated elements and general signs of wear and tear. If we notice areas of poor energy consumption, we’ll suggest improvements to have more energy efficient systems at your property in Chew Magna.
An EICR will actually help identify any potential hazards before they escalate leading to a dangerous situation, ideally you want to reduce the risk of electrocution or fires on premises with greater occupancy.
Any faults we do identify at your property in Chew Magna are assigned a classification code which determines the next steps.
The team at EMC Electrical Group have conducted a number of EICR inspections in Chew Magna. Our team of local electricians have a good understanding of the electrical requirements in domestic and commercial properties as well as a general understanding of the local building codes.
Domestic EICR in Chew Magna
There isn’t a legal responsibility to conduct an EICR at your home in Chew Magna. It is however a strong recommendation, especially to ensure the electrical installations at your home are current, safe and efficient.
As the average household now uses a wide range of electrical appliances, there’s a greater need to make sure devices like your consumer unit are compatible. Many homes now have additional electrical features such as home EV chargers, solar panels and even air conditioning.
If you are considering any of the above features for your home, an EICR inspection would be a great starting point. This way the team can ensure there are no major electrical weak points, reducing the risk of hazards such as overheating.
Commercial EICR in Chew Magna
As a business owner in Chew Magna, you might find that frequent EICR inspections are stipulated in premises insurance policies. In most cases, a satisfactory outcome is required to ensure a valid policy.
Failure to keep electrical installations safe and free of risks can lead to hefty fines or imprisonment in severe cases. The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 is guidance which ensures a safe working environment for all individuals on site.
The team uses a number of testing tools to help identify electrical faults without causing too much damage to the premises. We are very familiar with busy and complex commercial settings which helps to ensure compliance.
The friendly team at EMC Electrical Group is ready to give you our expert advice on EICR inspections at your domestic or commercial property in Chew Magna.
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