Part P Elec Certificate for new bathroom

[mathewb]

I've just had a new bathroom installed including a whirlpool bath.

I've since been advised that I should have received a Part P Electrical Certificate for the installation since it's electrical equipment in a bathroom, and I'll also need this certificate if I'm intending to sell the house (which I am).

To be honest, I'd never heard of it hence never thought to ask for one at the time. Naively, I presumed that the plumber would issue me with whatever was required. I've called the plumbers about it, who state that the electrician is not registered for Part P and therefore cannot certify the installation. Upon further reading it seems another electrician cannot certify an installation for Part P unless they did the installation themselves.

My questions are
1. I'm screwed aren't I?
2. How badly am I screwed?

Answers of "yes" and "very" are expected, but if you've been in the same position and have some advice on how I could overcome this issue your comments would be most welcome

Edited by mathewb on Wednesday 30th June 11:55