Yes, that's what I thought and told him, plus possibly updating earth bonding if required. He just wanted an approx idea, if total rewire required.
I did say, that if he buys it and intends to alter a lot, it may well be best to install a new electrical installation from scratch.
Thanks for reply. Mate has looked at a property. Usual things, what needs doing to it, how much going to cost etc, so as to make an offer for the property. I've said no lower than £3000 possibly nearer to £4000
Hi guys, I'm a retired electrician and been out of the game for many years.
A friend of mine is in the process of buying a 1980's property.
What would be a typical average rewire cost be of a 2 bedroom bungalow?
I know it all depends on what the customers requirements are etc.
I've told my...
Does this type of cable stem from the 60's 70's? It's poor quality made cable, whereby there is a chemical reaction within the cable. I believe a chemical was put in the cable to increase it's current carrying capacity.
It's advisable not to be in direct contact with it with bare hands.
System Q, do a box of tricks which i think is called a "scatter box". Mount in the loft between aerial and distribution system box
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Hi Guys. I'm not an alarm installer. Existing alarm system installed approx 20 years ago by me at Sisters. It's an old Electricity Board (later Square one) type System. It's not worked for a few years due to Fault displayed on end panel, therefore not used.
PIR's led's work. LED's on outside...
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Re DNO meter position? Are you planning to have that sited in the cellar?
If so, that's a no no these days. Classed as fire hazard and flood hazard.
Advice about working near overhead power lines| UK Power Networks - https://www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk/safety/around-power-lines/i-need-advice-about-working-near-overhead-power-lines . This may help, if not already done
Re DNO requirements: When workmen on a roof, they must not be able to touch the O/H cables. I think the guide line is, plus 1 meter further than average persons out stretched arm.
There are other issues also. DNO guy will discuss with you. Are the existing O/H cables old ?
If so DNO may alter /...
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