Common story can someone sign off my extension for me

[charlie76]

I have just been messaged on facebook by someone who has had an extension and for one reason or another the spark (probably the builder) has gone AWOL and they cant get the EIC or part p notification. I am advising them that the best they would get now is an EICR unless they can get the original installer back. What do they do about part p or should they just ask building control if they will accept an EICR to sign off the build?

 

[charlie76]

Yes, but most of the CPS have not included third party as an option for their members. And of the one or two that do offer it have had a very low take up from their electricians.

Third party still requires inspection at all stages does it not?

 

[Stspark]

With an eicr being unregulated and with some 'electricians' offering them for as little as £70 it is concerning that the LABC would deem a eicr acceptable in the above situation.

 

[Octopus]

With an eicr being unregulated and with some 'electricians' offering them for as little as £70 it is concerning that the LABC would deem a eicr acceptable in the above situation.

One LABC near me will ONLY allow an EICR by a handful of approved contractors - and for quite a large sum of money too.

 

[charlie76]

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With an eicr being unregulated and with some 'electricians' offering them for as little as £70 it is concerning that the LABC would deem a eicr acceptable in the above situation.

not sure they will deem it acceptable. I just told the guy to enquire as one of his options. £70, jees I charge a day for one and I find that a push to do a thorough job.

 

[buzzlightyear]

With an eicr being unregulated and with some 'electricians' offering them for as little as £70 it is concerning that the LABC would deem a eicr acceptable in the above situation.

you will not get me out of bed for that, even with a cup of tea.

 

[Spoon]

I guess they are correct with this to some extent though. Compliance with building regulations is the responsibility of the property owner, sadly not a lot of property owners are aware of that and they think it is the responsibility of the installers/trades/builders. Your responsibilities | Planning Portal - https://www.planningportal.co.uk/info/200187/your_responsibilities

If the builder says hes going to sort it out then isn't it down to him to get it sorted? If not then he hasn't finished the job, so don't pay him.