September sees the start of a new academic year and many students are either leaving home for the first time or returning to university to resume their studies.
With this in mind, we thought we’d highlight the importance of electrical safety in rental properties. Electrical safety in the home is, of course, hugely important and even more so in properties that are shared by lots of people.
There’s a wealth of advice and guidance available online giving information on the responsibilities of landlords when it comes to electrical safety. The website of the Citizens Advice Bureau has lots of useful information on electrical safety in rental properties covering areas such the safety of electrical appliances and what to do if a landlord disconnects the electricity supply. For details please visit www.adviceguide.org.uk
Another useful website is www.saferhouses.co.uk This website covers the laws ensuring tenant safety in rental properties, including landlords’ responsibilities for providing fire alarm and detection systems and safe electrical installations.
Don’t forget that at Dalec we’re experts in electrical safety and are happy to offer advice and guidance on electrical safety in properties in Leeds. Whether you are a landlord or homeowner, we’d be happy to help so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
