Electrical Contractors Ltd
A
You do not need to tell your local authority about:

• repairs, replacement or maintenance work; or

• extra power points or lighting points or other alterations to existing circuits (except in kitchen or bathroom or outdoors).

You do need to tell them about most other work.

If you are not sure about this or you have any questions contact your Local Authorities Building Control Department.
 

B
Why should I use and installer who is registered with a competent persons scheme?

• Members of schemes can deal with all the new rules for you.

• Members are qualified to carry out electrical work.

• You will not have to pay Building Control charges.

• You will have the option of taking out an insurance backed guarantee for the work.

• You will have access to a formal complaints procedure if you are not happy with the work.
HOW TO MEET THE NEW RULES
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Who is going to do the work
Me, a friend or relative
           
A contractor or installer
               
Do I need to tell Building Control?
(See Box A)
NO
Go ahead with the work. You do not need to contact your Local Authorities Building Control Department
NO
Do I need to tell Building Control
about the work?
(See Box B)
             
YES
             
YES
             
Tell your Local Authorities Building Control Department before you start work
 
Tell your Local Authorities Building Control Department before you start work
NO
Is the contractor or installer registered with
a competent persons scheme?
(See Box B)
                 
                 
YES
                 
                 
The contractor or installer will look after all
of the Building Regulations.
You do not need to contact your Local
Authorities Building Control Department
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