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What Compliance Certificates Do I Need When Selling a House in Cape Town?

Published date: August 30, 2026

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Selling a property involves more than simply finding a buyer and signing an offer to purchase. Depending on the property and its installations, certain compliance certificates may be required before transfer can take place.

Selling Your Property and Need Compliance Certificates?

We can inspect the relevant installations and assist with the compliance process.

Electrical Certificate of Compliance (Electrical COC)

An Electrical Certificate of Compliance relates to the electrical installation at the property.

During an inspection, relevant accessible parts of the installation may be checked, including the distribution board, wiring, plug points, earthing, bonding and safety devices.

If problems are identified, corrective work may be required before certification can be completed.

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Plumbing Certificate of Compliance

Do I Need a Plumbing COC When Selling a Property in Cape Town?

A plumbing compliance inspection may also be required when selling a property in Cape Town.

The inspection can include relevant parts of the plumbing installation, such as:

  • Water supply pipes
  • Geysers and hot water systems
  • Safety valves and discharge pipes
  • Drainage and waste pipes
  • Stormwater connections
  • Visible plumbing leaks

If problems are found, they may need to be corrected before the relevant compliance requirements can be met.

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Gas Certificate of Conformity

Does My Gas Installation Need a Certificate?

If your property has a gas installation, such as a gas hob, stove, geyser or fireplace, a Gas Certificate of Conformity may be required.

Gas installations should always be inspected and certified by an appropriately qualified and authorised professional.

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What Happens If a Property Fails a Compliance Inspection?

Finding a problem does not necessarily mean the property cannot be sold.

The process will generally involve:

  1. Inspecting the relevant installation.
  2. Identifying any problems that need attention.
  3. Completing the necessary corrective work.
  4. Checking the work where required.
  5. Issuing the relevant certificate once the applicable requirements have been met.

Starting the process early gives you more time to deal with any problems that may be found.

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Can Compliance Problems Delay a Property Transfer?

They can. If required certificates are outstanding or corrective work is needed, this may affect the timing of the transaction.

Common issues can include:

  • Electrical faults or non-compliant installations
  • Plumbing leaks
  • Geyser installation problems
  • Drainage or stormwater issues
  • Gas installations requiring attention

Arranging inspections before the final stages of the transfer can help identify potential problems earlier.

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Published date: August 30, 2026
Modified date: August 30, 2026

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