I have just bought a house & as i knew that I needed a new fuse box and some extra sockets I asked an electrician for a quote. He told me I have to have the existing sockets that are positioned in the skirting boards removed & any new sockets fitted into the wall above the skirting board. I don't really want to have the existing sockets removed & the skirting boards patched up unless I have to but I've been unable to establish if this is a regulatory requirement. I am happy for the extra sockets I want to be added above the skirting board & the existing ones kept where they are, if this is possible? Just want to ensure I am meeting regulations & there are no problems if I subsequently sell the property.