On Tue, 30 Nov 2004 20:01:38 +0000, James wrote:


"Ed Sirett" wrote in message
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On Sat, 27 Nov 2004 20:31:52 +0000, :::Jerry:::: wrote:
The other market will be for those who have to, wish to or want to buy
'uncertified' property.
Which might be anything from a house with needs a rewire to one which need
rebuilding.



But the irony is that a house with crumbling 50 year wiring which has not
been touched requires no certification, whereas if the same house is
competently DIY rewired without BCO approval it is regarded by the
designers of Part P as dangerous.

This is where people with some informed understanding have an advantage
over those who might blindly expect proper documentation or it's 'bad'.

If you were buying then an evaluation of the wiring is part of what you'll
be looking for.

If you are selling then a competant diy rewire and a formal inspection
certificate will surely pass scrutiny by any solicitor.


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Ed Sirett - Property maintainer and registered gas fitter.
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