Can a handyman change plug socket face plates?

Can a handyman usually fit new plug socket face plates? Do they need any specific qualifications to do this?

Asked by Michael on 8th Feb 2023
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"yes he can change plug socket face plates he don't need qualifications to do this"
Answered on 8th Feb 2023 - Member since Nov 2022 - report
"Yes they can change plug sockets face plates depending on the knowledge of the handy man"
Answered on 14th Feb 2023 - Member since Feb 2023 - report
"Yes they can, you do not need specific qualifications for this"
Answered on 10th Feb 2023 - Member since Jan 2023 - report
"Yes correct.No qualifications needed.I do it alot for clients same with switch sockets"
Answered on 8th Feb 2023 - Member since Mar 2020 - report
"Yes any handyman can do this for you, it’s very straight forward"
Answered on 12th Feb 2023 - Member since Feb 2023 - report
"It’s always best to use a certified electrician with anything involving electrical work"
Answered on 15th Feb 2023 - Member since Jan 2023 - report
"No you don’t need eny qualifications every man in the house his can do him self"
Answered on 8th Feb 2023 - Member since Feb 2022 - report
""Minor" works, do not require any certification, and so, from a legal standpoint, a handyman, could change a socket face plate."
Answered on 8th Feb 2023 - Member since Feb 2023 - report
"No qualifications needed. To just change like for like a person needs to be competent as opposed to qualified. And a handyman will likely be considerably cheaper than an electrician."
Answered on 8th Feb 2023 - Member since Dec 2021 - report
"Yes a handyman can fit new plug socket face plates.....I don't think so he need any qualifications for this...."
Answered on 15th Feb 2023 - Member since Jan 2023 - report
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