Bathrooom fan

[sparky b]

Hi all,

If there is no fan installed in a bathroom when re-wiring a house, is the sparks obliged to fit one?

I think not, but my mates not sure.....

Thanks

B

 

[Doc Hudson]

No, you cannot force a customer to pay for work they don't want done. Although if part of a full rewire an additional fan would be a negligible extra cost IMHO.

Doc H.

 

[sparky b]

No, you cannot force a customer to pay for work they don't want done. Although if part of a full rewire an additional fan would be a negligible extra cost IMHO.Doc H.

Thanks Doc, I totally agree with you, just wanted to clarify where we stood incase they didn't want it.

B

 

[Zeespark]

If the bathroom has a window, then technically you dont need a fan in it (Building Regs), but it may pay to put one in regardless.

AndyGuinness

 

[initforthemoney]

The window has to be a certain size as well.

 

[kme]

If the works to the property is a "refurbishment" (and you may have to ask BC if they class it as such), then mechanical ventilation, IAW building regs MUST be provided. Otherwise, it is up to you

KME

 

[paul b b]

refub i'm on has 2 bathrooms, both with windows, the BC guy wants fans in both

 

[initforthemoney]

Did he point out which reg requires this?

 

[kme]

Yeah - building regs

 

[initforthemoney]

Thanks for the negative rep for a simple question.

Compliment returned.

 

[kme]

The "question" you asked had already been answered, in posts #4 AND #6.

I did indeed give a neg. scoob to you, as the answer had already been provided.

You will note I de-scoobed, but DID NOT "groan"; whereas I note you did both.

You are entitled to your opinions and to give out "de-scoobs" and "groans" as you see fit.

As am I.

I just hope you don`t start randomly de-scoobing me, in the same way you have with other members of the forum

KME

 

[initforthemoney]

I have not descoobed anyone intentionally.

I have merely returned the favour when i have had negs left for no reason.

 

[Doc Hudson]

Did he point out which reg requires this?

Zeespark & KME have already posted that any work involving building control will require compliance to the various building regulations. As Part F is ventilation, I would think these are the Regs that the BC inspector requests compliance with. Qualified electricians should have an awareness of all of the building regulations that may have implications upon their work. http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/buildingregulations/approveddocuments/downloads These documents are also linked in our downloads section. Electrical work is more than just compliance with BS7671.

Doc H.

 

[ianmacd]

refub i'm on has 2 bathrooms, both with windows, the BC guy wants fans in both

How big are the rooms and how big are the sashes?

 

[SteveT]

Would not the provision of a fan apply to the builder or plumber refurbing the bathroom?

The sparky will be responsible for the safety and compliance of the fan supply, but ultimately he only has to do the work as contracted does he not?

SteveT

 

[Zeespark]

I wouldnt trust a builder to supply and wire up a 13A plug, never mind all of the variations of fan types out there.

AndyGuinness

 

[batty]

If it is a new build it will require a fan of some sort usually cooker hood that vents outside in kitchen. Utility room will require an extractor fan. Rooms containing bath or shower even if they have an opening window will require an extractor fan. Toilets with opening windows do not need them but if they don't have an opening window they will need one. If its a rewire it really is up to the customer as to whether they want to pay you to fit one. If they won't pay you cannot force them to have one.