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If you’ve had electrical work done in your home — like a new consumer unit, rewire, or outdoor circuit — it may have needed to be notified to Building Control under the UK Building Regulations (Part P).

But how can you check if this was actually done?

In this post, we’ll explain what “notification” means, when it’s required, and how to verify your electrical work has been properly registered.

What Does “Notified to Building Control” Mean?
In England and Wales, Part P of the Building Regulations requires that certain types of domestic electrical work are either:
-Notified to your local authority’s Building Control department, or
-Carried out by a registered electrician (such as a NAPIT or NICEIC member) who can self-certify and submit the notification on your behalf.
Once the work is notified, you should receive a Building Regulations Compliance Certificate — proof that the work meets safety and legal standards.
This system helps ensure that domestic electrical work is safe, compliant, and traceable.

What Type of Work Needs to Be Notified?
Not all electrical work has to be notified — but the following does:
-Installation of a new circuit (e.g. for an EV charger, kitchen, or extension)
-Consumer unit (fuse box) replacement
-Any work in special locations such as:
-Bathrooms or wet rooms
-Outdoors (garden lighting, sockets, garages, sheds)
-Full or partial rewires
Work like adding a socket to an existing circuit or replacing a light fitting does not usually require notification — though it must still comply with BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations).

What You Should Receive
After notifiable work, your electrician should provide two key documents:
-Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) — confirms the work has been tested and meets BS 7671.
-Building Regulations Compliance Certificate — issued via a Competent Person Scheme such as NAPIT, proving that the work has been officially notified to Building Control.
You’ll usually receive your Building Regulations certificate within 30 days of the work being completed.

How to Check If Your Electrical Work Has Been Notified
If you’re unsure whether your work was properly registered, here’s how to find out:
✅ 1. Ask Your Electrician
Your first step is to contact the electrician or company who carried out the work.
If they’re a NAPIT-registered electrician, they can confirm:
-Whether the work was notified
-The notification reference number
-How to obtain a copy of your Building Regulations certificate
Most electricians keep records for at least six years.

2. Check Online: www.checkmynotification.com
You can easily verify if your electrical work has been notified using this free online service:
👉 www.checkmynotification.com
This website allows homeowners to:
-Search by postcode and address
-View notifications from NAPIT, NICEIC, and other approved schemes
-Confirm the date and type of work
If your work appears there, it’s been officially registered.

3. Contact Your Local Building Control Office
If you can’t find your notification online, contact your local council’s Building Control department.
They can check their records to confirm whether any electrical work at your address was notified and by whom.
You’ll need:
-Your address
-The date or year of the work
-The name of the electrician or company (if known)

4. If There’s No Record
If no notification exists, it may mean that:
-The work wasn’t notified correctly, or
-It was carried out by an unregistered or unqualified person
In that case, you should have the installation checked by a NAPIT-approved electrician. They can:
-Carry out a full inspection and testing
-Issue a new Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
-Bring the work up to standard and issue the proper certification
This ensures your property is safe and compliant for insurance, resale, or rental purposes.

Why It’s Important to Check
Failing to have electrical work notified can cause major problems later:
❌ Home sale delays – solicitors often ask for proof of notification
⚠️ Building Control penalties – work may technically breach Building Regulations
💰 Insurance issues – your policy might not cover unverified work
🔥 Safety risks – untested work could be dangerous
Checking your notification status now could save you hassle and expense later.

Summary: How to Check If Your Electrical Work Has Been Notified

1️⃣ Ask your electrician - They may reissue or confirm notification
2️⃣ Use checkmynotification.com - Free online check
3️⃣ Contact your local Building Control - Council records
4️⃣ No record? - Get your installation tested and certified

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09/11/2025

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