Defect Notice Repair
What is an Electrical Defect Notice?
If your electrical installation does not comply with safety standards, a defect notice may be issued. Safety standards include the NSW Electricity Supply Act 1995, the Electricity (Consumer Safety) Regulation 2006 and your electricity supplier’s network standards. Electricity suppliers inspect new and existing connections and can issue electrical defect notices to customers and/or electrical contractors for non-compliant electrical installations.
What Does a Defect Notice Mean?
A defect notice means that a part of the electricity supply to the property has become unsafe or defective. The defect notice requires you to have the listed defects rectified by a level 2 electrical contractor, usually within 21 days. If you fail to complete the required work within the timeframe given, your electricity supply can be disconnected.
How to Repair a Defect Notice?
Once works have been completed by a Level 2 electrician and work comply with the current standards, your Level 2 electrician will notify the distributor and the defect notice will be considered cleared after inspection. Izco Electrical Level 2 technicians are fully authorised to repair any defect and organise the inspection with the relevant authorities.
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Common Reasons to Receive an Electrical Defect Notice
UV sun damage is amongst the most common reasons homeowners receive electrical defect notices. The harsh Australian sun can damage the insulation around overhead cables, rendering them unsafe. Other reasons you may receive a defect notice include low hanging overhead cables, dangerous parts inside your switchboard, missing or damaged equipment, rusty or broken brackets at the point of attachment, damage to private poles or trees encroaching on the 500mm required distance between supply cables and vegetation. Faulty wiring or incorrectly performed alterations or additions can also be responsible for a defect notice. You will generally be given between 21 and 30 days to rectify the issue, however in extreme circumstances your supply may be disconnected immediately. Disconnecting an electrical supply is a suppliers last resort, however they are required by law to ensure all electrical connections comply with relevant safety standards.
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What Happens Next?
If the work was completed by your electrical contractor, contact them to request they rectify their mistake if the work has been performed incorrectly. However, if you are uncomfortable in having them work on your home again, do not know who completed the work or the defect notice is a result of damage, you can call Izco Electrical for prompt, professional assistance. In order to remove a defect notice you will need to engage a Level 2 electrician to carry out the required repairs as the power will need to be disconnected and reconnected to the supply and report the repairs back to the supplier who issued the notice.
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When you choose IZCO Electrical, you’re backed by a lifetime warranty on all electrical installations and repairs. We stand by the quality of our work, and in the rare case something goes wrong, you’re fully protected. As licensed and fully insured electricians, we focus on getting the job done properly the first time.
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How Can We Help?
Qualified to disconnect and reconnect your property from the supply, all of Izco Electrical’s Level 2 electricians are able to undertake electrical defect notice repairs. With 24/7 services on call, Izco can help you rectify emergency electrical defect notice repairs. Izco Electrical contractors guarantee we will do our utmost to repair your privately-owned electrical assets swiftly, getting your power back on again fast. After completing your repairs, your Izco electrician can ensure that the rest of your privately-owned electrical assets are compliant so you do not receive another defect notice.
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IZCO Electrical offers all types of level 2 electrical services, including emergency electrical repairs, power pole installation or replacement, power line overhead/ underground replacement. Our electrical services have covered your every requirement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What causes an electrical defect notice to be issued?
Defect notices are usually issued due to unsafe wiring, damaged equipment, outdated switchboards, or non-compliant connections that pose electrical hazards.
Can IZCO Electrical help with emergency defect notice repairs?
Yes. IZCO Electrical provides 24/7 emergency defect repairs to help you meet compliance deadlines and avoid disconnection.
What happens after my electrical defects are repaired?
After repairs, IZCO Electrical submits a Certificate of Compliance to your electricity provider confirming that all issues have been rectified and meet NSW standards.
What are the most common electrical defects in Sydney homes?
Common issues include exposed wiring, outdated ceramic fuses, faulty consumer mains, damaged service cables, or non-compliant switchboards.
How long do I have to fix an electrical defect notice in NSW?
You typically have 21 days to rectify all issues. Failing to do so may result in electricity disconnection until the defects are repaired by a Level 2 electrician.
How do I know if my home’s wiring is compliant?
A licensed Level 2 electrician can inspect your electrical system for faults or outdated wiring. IZCO Electrical offers full compliance inspections for Sydney properties.
Can a general electrician fix an electrical defect notice?
No. Only Level 2 Accredited Service Providers are authorised to perform defect repairs that involve the electrical network or mains connections.
How can I prevent receiving a defect notice in the future?
Schedule regular safety inspections, ensure your switchboard and wiring meet current standards, and always use licensed Level 2 electricians like IZCO Electrical for upgrades or repairs.