Bathroom Plasterboard Ceiling Question

[jdw1234]

Apologies as this question is going to sound retarded to those in the trade.

Just moved into girlfriend's flat. The bathroom is in need of redecoration.

1st job is to replace the ceiling. It appears to be plasterboard attached to ceiling joists.

There is currently no extractor fan and I would like to install new spotlights and a mirror demister.

Question: Do I need to get a qualified electrician to install the extractor fan and adjust the wiring for new lights? I have heard there are now laws regarding wiring in bathrooms?

Many thanks for all replies in advance.

[jdw1234]

ln1234 said:

Yes, the Part P regulations stipulate that only qualified persons can do this kind of wiring in your house (complete with a certificate). You can always make this cheaper by doing all the donkey work yourself - i.e. replacing the ceiling, putting channels in for the new wiring and the holes for the extractor fan (including ducting). Then you can just pay an electrician to connect things up and check it's all ok.

I appreciate the response mate!

One other stupid question.

I assume the electric work will need to be carried out before the ceiling is replaced.

The next floor up is another flat so no access through the floor. I cant see how lights/extractor fan can be installed once the plasterboard is in place.

I realise that will seem like a really stupid question!

[jdw1234]

Thanks for all your replies.

Exactly the information I needed to know.

Isn't Pistonheads brilliant!

Cheers chaps.