Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Should my electrician give me a certificate?
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A: Whenever a registered electrician completes any form of electrical installation work on your home, a form of certification must be provided.
Whether you’re installing a new oven, an air conditioner or replacing your switchboard or light switches, you will need a safety certificate from your registered electrician.
Q: How do I find a good electrician?
A: Things to look for are:
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Approved by a recognised governing body like the NICEIC
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Insured – NICEC will ensure this
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Qualified – NICEC will ensure this
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Testimonials
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Good Communication
Q: How do I check if an electrician is qualified and registered?
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A: Electricians who are members of the NICEIC are fully vetted and assessed annually to insure they are fully qualified and have the appropriate skills and expertise to carry out electrical works for the scope they are registered for.
For more information or to check a contractor is registered visit,
Q: What DIY electrical work is allowed?
A: You CAN do electrical work yourself under Part P You do NOT need to get a registered electrician to verify it. For some types of work (notifiable jobs), you need to notify Buildings Control (and pay a fee) . They will then inspect the work at first and second fix.
Q: What electrical jobs are notifiable?
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A: From April 2013 electrical work in a dwelling, or associated with its surroundings, is notifiable to a local building control body where the work includes:
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the installation of a new circuit, whether at low voltage (typically 230 V) or extra-low voltage); or
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the replacement of a consumer unit (fusebox); or
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any alteration or addition to an existing circuit in a special location*, whether at low voltage (typically 230 V) or extra-low voltage
*A special location is a room containing a bath or shower, swimming pool or a sauna heater.
An alteration or addition to an existing circuit in a room containing a bath or shower is notifiable only where carried out in the space surrounding a bath or shower.
An alteration or addition anywhere within a room containing a swimming pool or sauna heater is notifiable.
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