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just thought id put some info it for ya to think about
plumbing,
fine for unlicenced work for a individiual is $22000.
electrical
fine for unlicenced electrical work for a individual was $37050
source was the nsw fair tradeing website.
just something for all you diy's out there to think about.
I Think also, you can perform the work your self, then have a electrician go over it and confirm its safe and correct.
I can Understand the reason behind it, but for simple tasks i dont understand, after all we can perform the work our selfs on cars witch can be very dangerous. dont have to have a mechanic perform repairs not maintaining a car can have a much worse out come. Oh well. Also with plumbing, what about changing tap washers? does that have to be done also by a tradie? cause i change them my self.
changing washers is considered general home maintenance, and doesnt require the services of a licenced plumber. i know what youre saying with the car thing, because faulty plumbing work can be costly but isnt a direct threat to life like faulty brakes.
i myself have changed light fittings and power points on my own house and never had an issue, and even though 'its against the law' i believe its within my ability to do so. but i think the laws are there to prevent people plumbing and wiring their whole house and then wanting to connect it to the grid... and I think thats the key point.