Hi Gary, You can also check the website below.This will also tell you if the person is actually registered and to which organization they work under i.e NICEIC,NAPIT etc. As Matt says If they are governed by an organization you can complain to them and they will take it up on your behalf. If they are not registered you would perhaps need to go to trading standards electricalcompetentperson.co.uk Thanks Russ
Hi Gary, If you suspect that the electrician isn't competent or qualified to carry out the work then there are several options available. 1. Check with Part P competent person scheme provider (NICEIC, NAPIT or ECA to name a few) and raise the complaint with them to investigate. 2. Raise the matter with trading standards, or your local authority ( building control ). Unfortunately rated people is only an interface between tradesmen and customers and gives tradesmen the opportunity ( for a fee ) to purchase job leads and contact customers. Unfortunately you probably find a waiver of liability in the terms and conditions of usage of rated people which will indicate that it is your responsibility to ensure you are happy with the tradesman's credentials, feedback and ratings before employing them. I understand this doesn't potentially help you in the situation you are in, however always be aware that there are processes for redress if you believe the work isn't up to standards. Please ensure you get a receipt for the work undertaken as this will enable you to challenge any poor workmanship. Kind regards, Matt Elcert
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