FAQs for Home service reports
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It is recommended that each of the services (gas and electrical) be safety and operationally inspected as part of the home buying process especially if there isn’t a documented history of inspections.
Once a property is purchased and issues arise then it’s often a case of an unforeseen and potential major expense that can take the shine off your “ideal” home.
An EICR is an Electrical Installation Conditioning Report. It means that all of the electrics within the property will be properly checked and evaluated in a report.
Our aim is to get your test booked in as quickly as possible to ensure a smooth process for you, with the report being sent out to you within 48 hours after being completed.
Anyone buying a new home can benefit greatly from a home service report and EICR. It provides peace of mind, negotiating power and allows you to make informed decisions. Our EICR is also for Landlords Landlords have a legal obligation to ensure that their properties meet certain safety standards. By obtaining an EICR, landlords can ensure that their properties are safe for tenants to occupy, and avoid potential legal issues down the line.
It is recommended that the gas and electrics be safe and operationally inspected as part of the home buying process especially if there isn’t a documented history of inspections. Other key elements to look out for are the plumbing and boiler installation to ensure they are safe and fully operational. These can be expensive to repair or replace so it’s always good to know their condition before making the big purchase of a house.
A fully gas safe and/or NAPIT qualified engineer will carry out the inspections on your property, so you have peace of mind you’re in safe hands.
Yes, you are able to use the findings of a properties survey to renegotiate the price of a property or in some cases the homeowner will rectify the issues before the sale.
Red flags of a home service report can include
- Faulty electrics (costs can vary but range from £4k-£5.5k for a 3 bedroom home)
- Poor condition of the boiler (a new boiler could set you back around £2250- £4000)
- Faulty plumbing (It costs around £1,500 for new gas central heating pipework in an average two-bed house, but £15,000 to replumb it entirely.)
A full list of red flags to look out for can be found here https://homeservicereports.co.uk/red-flags-in-your-home-services-report-a-comprehensive-guide/
Within this comprehensive 3 in 1 home service report includes:
- Full gas safety inspection on the condition of the boiler
- 16 point assessment of the properties plumbing
- 16 point assessment of the properties heating system
- Accompanying photographs
Essentially it identifies any defects, deterioration, damages and the condition as well as giving any recommendations for improvement. This gives you the power of negotiating on a property you are looking to purchase.
When looking to purchase a house you should do our own checks as you would through the property. You should look out for any signs of
- Damp
- Mold
- Cracking in walls
- Sagging floors
- Check the water pressure by turning the taps on
- Exposed wiring
Get a more in depth idea of what to check when viewing a property here.
After your own initial checks you then have the option to book an EICR (electrical inspection condition report) and home service report to get a good idea of the things you cannot see when viewing the property. Check out the options here https://homeservicereports.co.uk/reports/
No, a home services and/or ECIS report cover the elements that a RICS report doesn’t cover. Whilst your RICS report will cover the foundations of the property you are looking to buy, such as the roof, walls, pipes, timber and other visible aspects of the home, a home services report and/or EICR inspects the boiler, heating system, plumbing and electrical installation.
