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Would you get the Electrics checked on a purchase?
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Do you have any reason to suspect that there is a problem with the electrics? Sounds like a money making scheme to me.What goes around - comes around0
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It is possible that it does need re-wiring, It depends how 'well' the refurbishment was done.
It may LOOK like it has recent electrics, but they may just have replaced the fuse box with a new consumer unit, replaced switches, plug sockets and light pendants with new ones and LEFT the old main wiring circuits, which could (in the extreme case) be twisted-pair two core cable.
£200 spent could get you some money back from the seller to cover electrical works. Worth a gamble.British Ex-pat in British Columbia!0 -
Hi Zappahey,
in response to your question..
well, personally no i dont think there is a problem. but then i am no expert.
My father who is an electrical engineer had a brief viewing with me, and didnt think anything was amiss, but then again he didnt have testing gear and wasnt really over looking it all. (just had the typical fatherly-viewing "ooh nice garden" "where is the thermostat" "wonky floorboard" "nice paintjob"etc etc)
Although he did notice that there was no extractor fan in the bathroom (which i believe is against building regulations).
Surveyor has quoted that since 1971 there have been heaps of upgrades to the laws since it was built, how it is unlikley to up to building regulations as its a victorian terrace. etc.. etc. which did seem like scare tactics maybe?
But really, if its been 'refurbished' you would expect it to meet current standards.
Oh wait, by 'refurbished' the vendor means 'new paint'...?0 -
I imagine your solicitor will ask for the part P certificate fo any new electrics, such as the kitchen.0
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Surveyor has quoted that since 1971 there have been heaps of upgrades to the laws since it was built, how it is unlikley to up to building regulations as its a victorian terrace. etc.. etc. which did seem like scare tactics maybe?
Hi £200 seems quite standard (I paid £220 incl VAT). In my case, I obtained a reduction because the system was a mess.
If the house is sold as "completely refurbished" and doesn't pass NICC inspection... well, it is probably *not* completely refurbished, which leads to question the asking price.
Difficult to say if it is worth. Personally, I think it is. An electric fault might have serious consequences, especially because with carpet everywhere and their wooden structure, houses are highly inflammable.
And £200 compared to the tens of thousands you are going to spend on the house is nothing.0 -
Do bear in mind that the standard refrain of a surveyor is "Get the electrics checked" because they usually have no expertise in this area. In your case maybe it is a good idea so you get an idea of what has been 'refurbished', but I don't think it is always necessary.0
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since you all helped on the past electrical question, do any of you know approximately how old this type of fuse box is?
That is an RCD fuse box i.e. it is modern. In an older property one might expect to see a traditional fuse box > http://www.5min.com/Video/How-to-Replace-a-Fuse-in-a-Traditional-Fuse-Box-517019435"A nation's greatness is measured by how it treats its weakest members." ~ Mahatma Gandhi
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The sparky recommended me getting a full rewire done at some point.(which he has quoted for (£1.5k to fix all problems, but that wouldnt include the redecorating)
I'm just trying to work out what I can realistically ask for, when i request a price reduction on the property as it was sold as a fully refurbished property and ready to move into.
Is requesting a full £1.5k reduction reasonable?
Thanks in advance
Work out the cost of redecoration and plastering too. You could just skim and make good but it'll look a bit naff.0 -
You need it rewiring.
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