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From January 2005 most aspects of domestic electrical installation work came under Building Regulations control.
You do not need to tell your local
authority's Building Control Department about:
 | repairs, replacements and maintenance work; or
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 | extra power points or lighting points or other alterations to existing
circuits (except in a kitchen or bathroom, or outdoors). |
You need to tell them about most other work.
If you are not sure about this, or you have any questions, ask your local
authority's Building Control Department.
Why should I use an installer who is registered with a competent person
scheme?
 | Members of schemes can deal with all the new rules for you.
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 | Members are qualified to carry out electrical work.
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 | Members will give you a certificate to confirm their work follows the new
rules. |
 | You will not have to pay Building Control charges.
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 | 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. |

The following LINK will take you to the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister's website, where you'll
find more information on all aspects of Part P.
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