Verified electricians
Electricians you can trust.
Every electrician listed here passed strict checks before going live. You see what was checked, and the date it was confirmed.
What I check
Checks for every electrician
- Electrical contractorRegistered electrical contractor with the Department of Employment and Labour
- Company registeredActive on the CIPC companies register, for companies and close corporations
- Tax compliantSARS tax compliance status confirmed with the PIN
- Workers coveredCOIDA letter of good standing, where the business employs staff
- UIF registeredRegistered as an employer with the UIF, where the business employs staff
Why it matters
The law in plain words
Under the Electrical Installation Regulations, electrical installation work must be done or supervised by a registered person working for a registered electrical contractor. Only they may issue the Certificate of Compliance (CoC) you need to sell or insure a property.
A general guide, not legal advice.
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Before you hire
Three quick steps
1
Ask for the electrical contractor registration number.
2
Make sure you get a CoC when the work is done.
3
Keep the CoC with your property papers.
Questions
Good to know
Who can issue an electrical Certificate of Compliance?
Only a registered person working for a registered electrical contractor.
Do I need a CoC to sell my house?
Yes. A valid electrical CoC is needed when a property is transferred.