Part P is part of Building Regulations and was introduced by the Government on January 1st 2005. It was designed to reduce accidents caused by faulty electrical installation and to prevent incompetent installers from leaving electrical installations in an unsafe condition. Part P applies to the following situations: Dwelling house and flats Dwellings and business premises that have a common supply e.g.. Shops that have a flat above. Common access areas in blocks of flats such as corridors or staircases. Shared amenities in blocks of flats such as laundries or gyms. In or on land associated with dwellings - such as fixed lighting or pond pumps in gardens Outbuildings such as sheds, detached garages and greenhouses. To Comply with Part P you have to notify building control before you start the job for them to inspect your work at different stages or use a registered part P installer who will notify building control on completion of the job. We are registered through NAPIT (National Association of Professional Inspectors and Testers) For PART P Installations. To find out more go to www.napit.org.uk Trustmark is a new scheme supported by the Government, consumer groups and building industry to help you find reputable firms to do repair, maintenance and improvement work in your home and garden. If a firm displays a TRUSTMARK logo you know a trade association or other certification organisation that Trustmark have approved has checked the firm and found that they meet certain standards the government has set. Together, Trustmark are working to encourage and support: Confident, well-informed consumers who demand good standards of service: Considerate consumers who treat contractors fairly, but also know how to complain and where to seek help when necessary. An improvement in the performance and reputation of the repair, maintenance and improvement sector. To find out more, visit www.trustmark.org.uk