ELECTRIC FENCE COC · FAIRLAND
Questions before you book.
Practical answers for owners, sellers and property managers.
Should an electric fence compliance certificate enquiry be included when comparing quotes?+
State the requirement at the start and ask what inspection and necessary follow-up each proposal includes. Do not assume a repair-only price contains the same assessment as a quotation that explicitly includes inspection.
What should the manager retain with the electric fence certificate of compliance?+
Keep the accepted work description, completed repair details and relevant installation information. The useful record explains the actual work, not just the amount approved by the owner or committee.
Is your electric fence alarming while repair quotes are being considered?+
Report the current symptom and any change in condition to the responsible contact. Arrange appropriate assessment and keep people clear; do not repeatedly reset or adjust equipment while waiting for a quotation decision.
Can I ask why two contractors recommend different work?+
Yes. Ask each to explain their findings, the parts assessed and the reason for the proposal. Clear technical descriptions help the owner compare the options without assuming either quotation covers work it does not list.
Who can issue an electric fence certificate of compliance?+
A registered electric fence system installer may issue an electric fence compliance certificate after the required inspection and testing. An ordinary electrical COC is a separate document.
Will the inspection fee include repairs?+
Ask for the inspection, any repairs and any return visit to be itemised in the quote. The work required depends on what is found; a price should not assume that the fence will pass before it has been inspected.