Trusted Compliance Partner — Cape Town
Sell with confidence. Certified, every time.
Electrical, Water, Gas, Beetle, and Electric Fence Certificates of Compliance — one inspector, one visit, full transparency. Get your property transfer-ready, stress-free.
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Compliant & Deeds Office Ready
5 Certificates · 1 Visit
About Us
Your Trusted Compliance Partners in Cape Town
Direct Property Inspections simplifies property transfer compliance for homeowners, estate agents, and conveyancing attorneys across Cape Town and the Western Cape. We issue Electrical, Water, Gas, Beetle, and Electric Fence Certificates of Compliance — backed by registered, qualified inspectors who know local by-laws inside and out.
Property transfers move fast, and a missing or expired certificate can delay registration by weeks. We protect your timeline with thorough inspections, transparent quotes, and certificates that hold up to scrutiny.
Our Services
Comprehensive Compliance, Under One Roof
Electrical COC
Confirms wiring, DB board & earthing meet SANS 10142-1.
Valid 2 years
Water COC
City of Cape Town Water By-law compliance — leaks, geyser, cross-connections.
Valid 6 months
Gas COC
Leak-free, standards-compliant gas appliance installations.
Valid 5 years
Beetle Certificate
Clears roof trusses & timber of wood-destroying organisms.
Valid 3 months
Electric Fence COC
SANS 10222-3 energizer, earthing & signage compliance.
Required at sale
All-In-One Combo
Bundle all five certificates into a single visit & quote.
Best value
Why Choose Us
Efficiency, Accuracy & Local Expertise
Choosing the right inspection partner impacts how fast your transfer moves. We focus exclusively on compliance — which means unmatched efficiency and certificates you can trust.
- One call, every certificate
- Transparent quotes, no hidden costs
- Cape Town by-law specialists
- Fast turnaround, every time
Client Stories
What Our Clients Say
"We needed Electrical and Water COCs sorted in under a week before transfer. DP Inspections handled both in one visit and the report was ready the next day."
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Megan S.
Claremont, Cape Town
"As an estate agent, I refer at least two sellers a month to DP Inspections. Transparent pricing, no surprises, and they're easy to get hold of."
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Riaan N.
Property24 Estate Agent
"Our electric fence almost held up the sale. They came out within two days, fixed the earthing issue, and issued the certificate same week."
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Thandi P.
Durbanville, Cape Town
FAQ
Common Questions
Do I need a Beetle Certificate to sell in Cape Town?
Not by law, but almost every Offer to Purchase and most banks require one.
How long is an Electrical COC valid?
Two years from issue, provided no alterations are made to the installation.
Who pays for compliance certificates when selling?
By law, the seller is responsible for obtaining and paying for all required compliance certificates before transfer.
Can one company handle every certificate?
Yes — we coordinate all five inspection types in a single visit.
Ready to get your certificates sorted?
Tell us what you need — one certificate or all five — and we'll get back to you with a transparent quote within 24 hours.