Is it ok for handyman to change covers on light switches?

Question

Is it OK to get a handyman rather than an electrician in to change the cover plates on my light switches? All my electrics are up to date but I want nicer looking switches.

John · Answer

Hi yes a handyman is able to change light switches along has he's experienced

Simon · Answer

Hello, 
Yea that’s absolutely fine, sockets and light switches come into the realm of DIY and can be changed without the need for a qualified electrician, providing obviously that the person is confident in doing the work and the relevant safety precautions are taken….. I regularly change sockets, switches and light fitting for customers during the course of any work they may be ha I g done. A Minor works certificate can be requested for peace of mind to say the work has been completed to a safe standard, but isn’t a legal requirement.

Kieran · Answer

Needs to be qualified to meet British Standards other it could go wrong with the wrong person doing it I’m qualified as an electrician so I’ll be happy to help

Roland · Answer

Yes it is OK if switch plate changing job carried by handyman, or yourself or any other trade. It would become as DIY job. It is ok if trade person knows at least basics termination and earthing standards followed by BS 7671-2022 Regs.

Shahzad · Answer

Yeah it's a DIY job so it can be done from a handyman.....

David · Answer

Yes, a handyman can change the fascia of light switches, but be sure they isolate the electrics before touching anything 👍🏼

Michael · Answer

Hi yes I believe that it’s fine to do so long as they are Competent don’t need to be a Qualified to change them and be sure they flicked off the trip switch for them before changing

Isaac R · Answer

If the handy man is electrically competent' 
And can have the support or guidance of a certify electrician'

Who will Test ' verify and certify his work'
With this guidance yes he can' 

Otherwise' legally he shuoldnt.

Robert · Answer

Yes, sure. As long he knows what his doing but if you require certificated work to be carried out that you hire a qualified electrician or a handyman who is also a qualified electrician..

James · Answer

If its just changing the facias then yes any knowledgeable handyman is more that capable of doing this type of work, just make sure that they disconnect the electrics before they start the works.

Craig · Answer

Electrical work should always be carried out by a trained and competent person.

Is it ok for handyman to change covers on light switches?

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