• Hiring a tradesperson?
• What is sanitary plumbing and who can do it?
• What is gasfitting and who can do it?
• What is drainlaying and who can do it?
• Gasfitting certificates
• Licensed Building Practitioners
• Make a complaint

Checklist for hiring a tradesperson The Board recommends that before you use the services of a registered plumber, gasfitter or drainlayer you always:

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shop around and obtain a range of written quotes before you decide

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ask to see a tradespersons authorisation card and check the expiry date to see that it is current

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check the icons on the front of the tradespersons authorisation card to ensure that the type of work to be carried out is permitted by the licence

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if the work is being undertaken by anyone other than a certifying tradesperson, check the back of the card for the name of the registered certifying tradesperson who is responsible for certifying/verifying that the work is compliant and safe to be used

ASK FOR THE CARD   All authorised tradespeople must carry their authorisation card issued by the Board. The card also details what a person's supervision requirements are, if any (on the reverse). You can also check to see if a person is authorised by searching our online public register (left) or phone us on 0800 743 262. Read More >>

NOTE: there are other types of authorisations that entitle people to do the work. These include exemptions and limited certificates, most of whom must work under the supervision and direction of a registered certifying tradesperson. In these cases, you will find the name of the tradespersons supervisor on the back of their authorisation card.

If you have any concerns about the authorisation that is presented to you, please contact the Board on 0800 743 262.