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- You will have no certificate to prove that the work has been carried out by a registered electrician, or that the work performed has been passed as safe by your local building control.
- It may be problematic when it comes to selling your home if you cannot produce evidence that electrical work has been carried out in accordance with the Building Regulations.
- It is a criminal offence to carry out work that does not comply with building regulations, with a maximum fine of £5,000.
- Your local building control may insist that you re-do the electrical work
The requirements of Part P apply to most electrical work in your home. There are however, certain relaxations that apply for minor work.












