As an owner of a property, you will lawfully need to provide a genuine CoC certificate in order for the transfer to go through.
The cost of a CoC certificate starts anywhere from R850 – R1500+, this cost may depend on the type in addition to the size of the premises.
R850.00 – R1500+ will pay for the cost of the certificate only, if there are any changes to be made to the electrical components of the premises, this will need to be paid over and above the cost. A CoC guarantees that:
- All electrical circuits are operating correctly and efficiently.
- Your property is safe against any potential shocks or fires.
- Your property has been earthed and bonded professionally by a qualified electrician
- Your property’s electrical work will be in line with the necessary rules
An Electrical Compliance Certificate (ECoc) is.
The Electrical Compliance Certificate (ECoC) document is to guarantee that the electrical work on the property meets standard and adhere to the South African National Standards as stipulated in the Electrical Installations Occupational Health and Safety Act.
When selling a property the owner has the responsibility of providing a valid Electrical Compliance Certificate as well as an electrical fence certificate of compliance in cases where there are electric fences before any property may be transferred.
A home with electrical components will have to have a CoC, this consists of the following DBboard, swimming pools, geysers, plugs, wiring and lights.
Prior to issuing a CoC electrical certificate, qualified electrical contractors need to be certified with the Department Of Labour (D.O.L), this can be inspected by the E.C.A (Electrical Contractors Association or the Department of Labour.
The list below is what a Certified Electrician will perform during and Electrical Compliance Certificate (ECoC) inspection
- Ensure there is no damage or deterioration
- Make certain the electrical main switch is compliant with regulation.
- Make certain the kind of wiring system is safe and in good condition.
- Make sure that the fuse box is fitted with a trip switch
- Make certain that switches, sockets and light fittings are operating correctly.
- Inspect that the premises are earthed and bonded correctly.
- Ensure that the switch box is labelled properly and includes the appropriate warnings.
For how long is a COC Certificate valid for?
A Coc certificate is not valid permanently, a purchaser can not give the purchaser the original CoC certificate, if it is more than two years old, and then if it is not older that two years you need to specify that no changes have been made to the electrical components of the ht house in the last three months. The reason for this is to guarantee that any modifications or additions that have been made to the electrical components of the house are still in line with the required regulations.
Electricians responsibilities
Each year an experienced electrician needs to register for CoC with the appropriate authorities, regardless of the electrical work performed.
If an individual wishes to check the reliability of the electrician carrying out the electrical work they will need to consult with the Electrical Contracting Board of South Africa and the Department of Labour, they will then acquire the electricians registration card together with their accreditation certificate.
The seller is responsible to:
It is the homeowners responsibility to ensure the property has as valid CoC as well as arranging an electrical inspection prior to the property can be registered in the buyer’s name. Once the electrical work has been completed, the home seller will be required to get a new ECoC.
Costing of the Certificate of Compliance (CoC)?
Electrical Compliance Certificate can cost you from R850.00 upwards, and this depends upon the type of premises being inspected like domestic, commercial and industrial properties will have different costs.
This price will only cover the cost of the certificate and any adjustments that need to be made to the electrical components of the premises will need to be paid over and above this price. The CoC will only be given to the house owner by the certified electrician once all the electrical components of your home remain in line with the required regulations.
Once new electrical alterations have been concluded will my Certificate of Compliance (CoC) still be valid?
Any alterations made to the electrical components on the property that currently has a CoC will need another CoC certificate for the additions or alterations, thus keeping them both all together.
How many hours will it take for a licensed electrician to inspect and issue a Certificate of Compliance (CoC for the property?What is the approximated time for a qualified electrician to evaluate and issue a Certificate of Compliance (CoC for a property?
Basing on the size of the property this could take anywhere between two to three hours.
