Electrical certificate

[Simon New]

Hi all,

I had a conservatory built four years ago and we have now decided to see the house.

I asked the builder if I needed building regs and an electrical certificate for the 4 double sockets and electric Velux windows inside the conservatory.
The builder said we don't as he took a feed from an existing circuit (double socket on the inside wall)
The solicitors on the other hand are saying we needed one.

what are your thoughts?

Also, the solicitors are saying we needed building regs as the conservatory does not accord with point 5. The area of the roof space is not made of more than three-quarters translucent material. There are only 3 windows therein
The roof is a lightweight tile panels.

anyone able to put my mind at ease?

Thanks

 

[pirate]

Indemnity policies CAN be a get out of jail card, but in my experience they very seldom actually cover the full risk. Lawyers love them, but hardly ever read them properly, the client certainly doesn't, and it's only if a claim has to be made that their failings come to light. Fortunately, that seldom happens. The insurers pocket a premium for a very low risk, and everyone's happy!

 

[Midwest]

As said, indemnity insurance only helps against court action, not about putting things right. And as there is a limit on enforcement, probably not necessary in most cases.

 

[Mike Johnson]

House's are normally bought as seen, if the buyer wants extra work (EICR) or an indemnity they should pay for it IMO.