How much does a Legal COC Cost?

February 3, 2024 SAPAC Reporter

What does a COC Cost? Learn why where there is no fixed price

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What does a COC cost

Read: How much is a Electrical COC

If you're seeking a Certificate of Compliance (COC), you might have encountered companies promoting fixed prices, even websites. Kindly report those websites here https://bit.ly/actionSAPAC as the information they provide may be factually incorrect and misleading.

SAPAC emphasis on the electrical discipline is because the Electrical industry is the backbone of the South African industry.

It is essential to explore the true cost of a COC. While the idea of a fixed price might be appealing, it's crucial to highlight the potential issues associated with this pricing model, such as the risk of acquiring a fraudulent document.

Read: How to Spot a fake COC

In essence, a COC is a vital document with a two-year validity that serves as a clear indicator of the proper functioning of electrical systems. Selecting the right COC provider is crucial for ensuring safety and legitimacy, and you can find more information about COCs in our comprehensive SAPAC News section.

Read: Everything you need to know about getting a COC

Tailoring Costs to Individual Needs

The process of obtaining a COC involves a detailed inspection by a registered electrician, covering aspects like earth leakage, wall sockets, premises wiring, circuit breakers, and external electrical systems to ensure waterproofing. The complexity of this process can vary significantly from one property to another, influenced by factors such as property size, electrical system age, the number of wall sockets, and the property's primary purpose. Addressing extensive problems or damages during inspection may also incur additional costs.

It's evident that this inspection process can be distinct for each property. A larger, older property may require more time and resources, leading to higher costs for rectifying issues. Conversely, a smaller, newer property might encounter fewer problems, questioning the fairness of a fixed price, especially when compared to a commercial business undergoing a compliance check.

This is precisely why SAPAC Electrical Contractors refrain from offering a fixed price for issuing a COC. The multitude of variables involved prompts them to ensure that the price you pay aligns directly with the amount of work needed on your property.

To draw an analogy, imagine a restaurant charging every guest the same price, regardless of their menu choices. Registered Electricians approaches to COC pricing is similar; they know it's more sensible to charge based on the specific work required rather than imposing a fixed price that might not accurately reflect individual circumstances.

Now that you have read through this feel free to explore other relevant information on electricity and to learn more about the electrical industry and the role of SAPAC.

Read: Information for landlords, estate agents and tenants
Read: Guide to Electrical Certificate of Compliance

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