Most homeowners know they need an Electrical COC to sell — but if your property has an electric fence, there is a second certificate you legally need, and it catches many sellers by surprise at transfer. Here is what to know.
It's a separate, legal requirement
If your property has an electric fence and you are selling or transferring it, an Electric Fence System Certificate of Compliance is required by law. The conveyancing transfer cannot complete without it where an electric fence exists.
Not the same as your Electrical COC
This trips people up: the standard Electrical COC certifies your building's wiring to SANS 10142. The Electric Fence COC specifically certifies the electric fence system to its own standard. If you have both a building installation and an electric fence, you need both certificates.
Who can issue it
Only a registered electric fence installer accredited for these systems can inspect and certify it. We can assess your fence, carry out any remedial work, and arrange the compliant certificate so your transfer is not held up.
Common reasons fences fail
Missing or incorrect warning signage, earthing problems, energizer faults, and non-compliant gate sections. Once corrected, the fence is certified. Planning to sell? Sort it early — see our electrical services or get in touch well before transfer.