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I have a Part P certificate for work carried out in 2010. Since then no new electrical work of any significance has been carried out. Do I still need an inspection and renew this Certificate?

Asked by M Raemakers

The Part P certificate itself doesn’t need to be renewed, but you should keep it in case you sell...

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Does a landlord have to carry out remedial works if C3 recommendation codes are noted on the EICR?

Asked by Michael Shaw

Private landlords in England and Scotland are required to carry out five-yearly checks on the ele...

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Can you get a new fusebox fitted and/or a house rewired on a payment plan if you are on a low income or a pension?

Asked by Jenny Moorton

‘Care & Repair’ organisations can help find funds to improve electrical safety in the home if...

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How long does it take for an electrician to carry out the inspection required for private landlord checks?

Asked by Eric

Private landlords must legally have checks carried out on the installation in their rental proper...

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I am a landlord and need to get the electrics checked in my rental property. How much will it cost me?

Asked by Penny

The cost for a periodic inspection on the electrical installation will understandably differ depe...

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What certificate should be issued if we have had new floodlights installed?

Asked by Warren Lane

It is recommended that maintenance work like this should be recorded on a Minor Works Certificate...

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Can I replace what I think is a DC transformer in my fusebox with an AC transformer to get my Ring doorbell working with existing chimes?

Asked by Bob Walton

We strongly advise using a registered electrician to carry out this work. You can find one here....

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Electricians

Can you use a 60 amp breaker in a 50 amp slot?

Asked by Steve McCartney

The distribution board/switchgear will specify the maximum rating of circuit-breaker that can be...

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electrical professionals

Is a certificate required for the installation of outdoor lighting and security cameras?

Asked by Suzanne

Yes – the electrician should issue an Electrical Installation Certificate for the outdoor lightin...

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Previously asked questions

I have a Part P certificate for work carried out in 2010. Since then no new electrical work of any significance has been carried out. Do I still need an inspection and renew this Certificate?

Does a landlord have to carry out remedial works if C3 recommendation codes are noted on the EICR?

Can you get a new fusebox fitted and/or a house rewired on a payment plan if you are on a low income or a pension?

How long does it take for an electrician to carry out the inspection required for private landlord checks?

I am a landlord and need to get the electrics checked in my rental property. How much will it cost me?

What certificate should be issued if we have had new floodlights installed?

Can I replace what I think is a DC transformer in my fusebox with an AC transformer to get my Ring doorbell working with existing chimes?

Can you use a 60 amp breaker in a 50 amp slot?

Is a certificate required for the installation of outdoor lighting and security cameras?