Everyday life
In England, how often must a private landlord have the electrical installations in a rented home inspected and tested?
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A Every year
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B Only when the tenant complains
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✓ At least every five years Your answer
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D Every ten years
Correct!
Since 2020, private landlords in England must have the electrics checked by a qualified person at least every five years and give tenants a copy of the report. Gas safety checks, in contrast, are needed every year.
Source: Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020; GOV.UK