advice needed re electrician problems

[camerabloke]

Where are you based?

 

[sparkle333]

leamington spa in warwickshire

 

[Plonker 3]

That just look a total mess. As you are paying them, you should tell them what you want (i.e sockets all on one level in the kitchen, pull cord in a reasonable position etc) before you pay them.

Are they a member of any scheme (NIC, NAPIT, ELECSA, STROMA)?

 

[sparkle333]

they have come back and re done the kitchen sockets as all 4 were at least 2 ins out , just got 2 that are only a few cms out now, the plasterer has moved the pulley cord, ive had to pay carpenter extra to sort out the floor boards, they even left my attic hatch open and light on and refused to come back it was freezing cold and took me 5 days to find someone else to help me, from day 1 its been horrendous, im now left with new lounge socket not working, socket in landing a mess as in photo, underfloor heating not connected to control, stain on new kitchen ceiling, and no cert for any of the work, how would I find out if they are a member of any scheme

 

[Plonker 3]

You could ask them, google their company name or phone number. Although they may say yes anyway.

Then simply look on here. If they are a member of one of the schemes then contact the scheme with your concerns.

 

[Octopus]

Did they give you a quotation or estimate on headed paper, with a proper address and landline?

 

[sparkle333]

do you think I have good reason to complain, I know nothing about electricians , I just want my cert so I can get my extension signed off

 

[Plonker 3]

Dont complain yet, you have to give them a "reasonable" chance to put things right first.

 

[sparkle333]

no they didn't give me anything on paper only text, my son In law knows them so thought they would be ok, he didn't know if they were any good so not blaming him in anyway

 

[Octopus]

do you think I have good reason to complain, I know nothing about electricians , I just want my cert so I can get my extension signed off

Did they promise you a cert? It could make interesting viewing if your get one. Remember, its not just about a cert - if they are registered you should get a Part P certificate later. Are building control involved? Did you need to have planning permission?

 

[sparkle333]

he sent me a text swearing at me and saying keep rest of money u owe me, get a good quality electrician to finish off and bye, no reply to my last text

 

[sparkle333]

yes the cert was part of the agreed price for all the work, I had building regs , didn't need planning


im having huge prbs typin on here anyone know y that is

 

[Plonker 3]

Doesn't sound like they will be coming back anytime soon. Have you googled their number to see if a company name comes up? Ask your son in law if he can give you any more info.

 

[High Tower]

It all needs re-doing tbh, there's no one going to sign that mess off!

 

[sparkle333]

just looked on their board they had left here it mention city and guilds and part p that's all

 

[sparkle333]

they have come back and done a few things I complained about, im still left with things not right and and I cant afford to have it all re done , im a single parent , im worried now

 

[sparkle333]

they are advertising at the local shop I will pick a card up 2 moz, the name on board is coming up with nothing when I put it in

 

[sparkle333]

no company name comes up under the mob no I have

 

[jaypp]

it's poor. when a plasterer 'refuses to board over' an electricians cables because he thinks it's not right, it's definitely not. in fact, i've never heard it before - any other members? hope you get it resolved. there are some very helpful, knowledgeable people on here with good advice. good luck

 

[Octopus]

they are advertising at the local shop I will pick a card up 2 moz, the name on board is coming up with nothing when I put it in

Regrettably unless they are scheme members there is little you can do except report them to trading standards. You may not think it worth while but they will act if the same names come up time and time again.

Please warn your friends and neighbours.

Do they have a "home or office" address on their paperwork?

 

[Plonker 3]

Right firstly don't worry, you wont be the first person this has happened too. You need to talk to your LABC and get the person you have been dealing with in regards to the work you are having done. Explain to them what has happened, they should be able to help you from there.

Have you googled the phone number you have for them? What exactly does the board say in regards to part P? Post a pic up of it if you can that will help alot.

 

[High Tower]

I'm not sure where you hope this will end up, unless they are going to come back and to do the lot, properly, I think your wasting effort. Unfortunately the only reprieve you would have had is if they had been part of a scheme.

I'd happily take a look for you but I'm not sure what you would do with my findings.

 

[sparkle333]

when I told him that he got abusive and said tell other people that are not electricians to keep their f------g noses out of my business I don't criticise other peoples work etc, it wasn't just plasterer ,my ex is a builder and he said wiring wasn't good either, by this time they had done quite a lot and I was worried about the cert. it was all the mess they left me in 2, floor boards totally left up for wks, plaster and wires all over my floors

 

[sparkle333]

if I post the board it will have all their details, hes already sworn at me etc, im frightened if I name and shame him he will threaten me etc, im on my own here with my daughter , I was wondering if anyone else would take over the job, check their work with what money I have left I owe them

 

[sparkle333]

this is board ive cropped off their details

 

[Plonker 3]

So it doesn't look like they are a member of a scheme .

High tower has offered his services so could be worth semding him a PM in regards to this.

If you want it registering with LABC see my post #51 and ask them if they will accept a Electrical Installation Condition Report due to the circumstances.

If they say yes contact several contractors and get different quotes to put it right.

 

[sparkle333]

I didn't get any paperwork off them , I could get his address off my daughter but don't think she will want to be involved as she is mates of him and she didn't recommend him, it was his brother doing another job in my house

 

[Plonker 3]

No, but you may if LABC allow to get someone else to provide the relevant certification for you.

 

[sparkle333]

the problem Is the owner of this company hasn't done any work ,the boss has done a little bit but he has sent someone else here so who do u complain about

 

[Plonker 3]

Just contact LABC on Monday speak to them they will be best placed to advise your next move. Dont concern yourself with the company, just look to find someone to complete the works.