DIY Electrics in Ireland

[RF Lighting]

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You made a statement saying that DIY electrics is illegal in Ireland. This is incorrect.

 

[winston1]

You made a statement saying that DIY electrics is illegal in Ireland. This is incorrect and posted by you. Proof that you post incorrect facts.

There have been several cases in Ireland of DIYers prosecuted and heavy fines imposed.

 

[RF Lighting]

There have been several cases in Ireland of DIYers prosecuted and heavy fines imposed.

Can you tell me more about this please?

 

[securespark]

Links, please.

 

[securespark]

In all fairness, you seem to be misinformed on many occasions. And repeatedly on the same topics having been put straight.

 

[Risteard]

Can you tell me more about this please?

There have been prison sentences for illegal works. I know of one case where the person spent six months in the dungeon.

 

[Risteard]

You are not a respected member. You made a statement saying that DIY electrics is illegal in Ireland. This is incorrect and posted by you. Proof that you post incorrect facts.

It is correct. See https://www.walshelectrical.ie/electrical-services.html#restricted-works

 

[Risteard]

From walshelectrical.ie "There is no legal exemption for the Owner or Occupier. By law only an REC can carry out the work. Contravention of this law is punishable by a maximum fine of €15,000 and/or imprisonment for up to three years."

 

[RF Lighting]

It is correct. See https://www.walshelectrical.ie/electrical-services.html#restricted-works

Is it illegal for a DIYer to replace a light switch or wire an extra socket in their own home in Ireland?

 

[Risteard]

Is it illegal for a DIYer to replace a light switch or wire an extra socket in their own home in Ireland?

Defined minor works are excluded. But these are extremely limited.

 

[RF Lighting]

But that would be DIY electrical work wouldn’t it?

 

[JohnW2]

Is it illegal for a DIYer to replace a light switch or wire an extra socket in their own home in Ireland?

Defined minor works are excluded. But these are extremely limited.

Is Ireland run by Australians, I wonder?

Kind Regards, John

 

[denso13]

But that would be DIY electrical work wouldn’t it?

Yes...

 

[Taylortwocities]

Yes...

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Thank you. QED.

 

[RF Lighting]

Thank you very much Risteard for showing I was correct and not a liar.
It appears that RFLighting and now Sunray are the actual liars.

This document as well as the other one linked to show that you are wrong.