It depends on where you live, but usually you can not. I'm not familiar with Virginia laws. In Texas they adopted state wide codes about five years ago and everything plumbing/electrical has to be permitted and inspected, and done by licensed people. NM is the same way. Some parties are pushing for a national code and that will really make it hard to be innovative.
I imagine Virginia has a state website that would include the regulations for building. A little research should get you an answer.
spaceman
Tom H wrote:
As a home owner, can I do all my own electrical, plumbing, or carpenter work. Is there anything I need a licensed person for? Do I need everything I do inspected? I'm in Virginia
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