Legally, a Coc certificate is required for the transfer of ownership in order for the sale of a property to proceed. The cost of COC will vary depending on the kind and size of the property.
In addition to the feesrequired for the Coc certificate, additional fees will need to be paid for the building's electrical components. A Coc ensures the following:
All electrical circuits are correctly and effectively running.
Any potential shocks or fires won't harm your property.
Your home has been professionally earthed and bonded by an electrician.
The electrical work on your property will adhere to the necessary regulations.
ECoc stands for Electrical Compliance Certificate
The purpose of the Electrical Compliance Certificate document is to guarantee that the electrical work is done on the property. Prior to the property being transferred, the owner is required to present a valid Electrical Compliance Certificate and an electrical fence certificate of compliance, if there is an electric fence.
A CoC will be required for each home that has electrical components, including lighting, swimming pools, geysers, wiring, and even plugs. Before issuing a CoC electrical certificate, the Electrical Contractors Association or the Department of Labour may certify that all qualified electrical contractors have registered with the D.O.L. What a qualified electrician will do during an Electrical Compliance Certificate (ECoC) check is listed below.
Check to see if the fuse box has a trip switch installed.
Check to see if the switches, sockets, and lighting are functioning properly.
Verify the proper bonding and earthing of the property.
Make sure the switch box is properly labelled and carries the appropriate warnings.
Verify that there is no damage or deterioration.
