Guest willijimon Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 hi,m Have been reading in some other posts and the Electrical Safety Act 2002 that Electrical Engineers are able to carry out household electrical works? IS this true or have I misread the info? Also if this is the case, ie that electrical work can be carried out by an engineer, how does one get a cert of compliance. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 hi,m Have been reading in some other posts and the Electrical Safety Act 2002 that Electrical Engineers are able to carry out household electrical works? IS this true or have I misread the info? Also if this is the case, ie that electrical work can be carried out by an engineer, how does one get a cert of compliance. ThanksIf you want the COH to inspect your electrical work, a master electrician must obtain a permit for the work at the COH planning office in midtown.flipper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BryanS Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 If you want the COH to inspect your electrical work, a master electrician must obtain a permit for the work at the COH planning office in midtown.flipperCan you please provide a reference? Why a master electrician? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 Can you please provide a reference? Why a master electrician?713-535-7600check out the web form to register to pull permits: https://www.pdinet.pd.houstontx.gov/permits...UserProfile.asplook at the drop down menu.flipper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 I can't find anything on the COH website that shows the statutory justification for requiring a licensed electrician to perform work that requires a permit. Nor is the site clear on what electrical work requires a permit. Such as, can I replace the 50+ year old wires in my garage by myself? The State law is pretty clear that the statewide requirements for a licensed electrician do not apply to the owner of a residence who lives in the residence. Anyone have a link that might clear this up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREASER Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I can't find anything on the COH website that shows the statutory justification for requiring a licensed electrician to perform work that requires a permit. Nor is the site clear on what electrical work requires a permit. Such as, can I replace the 50+ year old wires in my garage by myself? The State law is pretty clear that the statewide requirements for a licensed electrician do not apply to the owner of a residence who lives in the residence. Anyone have a link that might clear this up?its your home...you can do what you want. I rewired my kitchen and a few rooms. just dont call an inspector Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 I can't find anything on the COH website that shows the statutory justification for requiring a licensed electrician to perform work that requires a permit. Nor is the site clear on what electrical work requires a permit. Such as, can I replace the 50+ year old wires in my garage by myself? The State law is pretty clear that the statewide requirements for a licensed electrician do not apply to the owner of a residence who lives in the residence. Anyone have a link that might clear this up?Save yourself some time and just call the number I provided.flipper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BryanS Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 its your home...you can do what you want. I rewired my kitchen and a few rooms. just dont call an inspectorI second that motion... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 but if you do end up having to hire someone, marksmu has the numbers of all the cheap electricians in town flipper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marksmu Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 (edited) but if you do end up having to hire someone, marksmu has the numbers of all the cheap electricians in town flipper Ive searched for ANY cheaps electricians in town. They dont exist. Even if you promise that your wife will carry thier first born child for them. They are all greedy. Good luck. You can do it yourself per code, if you take out the permits AND have a licensed electrician certify your work for you, and then have the inspection. (good luck with that) But if you just want it done, and your not worried about getting caught - have at it boss. I would if I were you. Edited March 5, 2009 by Marksmu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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