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  1. newfutile

    Code for no SPD on new build

    I usually code no spd with no code or a C3. However I have been sent to check compliance with BS 7671 on some new builds, there is no SPD present. We usually say the date installed does not make a difference to coding but it does in a way. The same may apply if Arc Fault Detection Device not...
  2. D

    American F/F frost build up stops fan working

    Hi, 3 or 4 years ago, our 2012 LG American fridge freezer had an issue where something was blocked and it wasn't freezing properly. I can't remember exactly what the problem was but in the process of removing the interior rear panels, some of the spongey material came away (photo attached)...
  3. M

    Man cave power feed from new build property issue

    Hi All, I am in the process of purchasing a new build property in Swadlincote Derbyshire And want to build a man cave so require the standard lights and sockets for the build The house builder has mentioned running from an external socket ? The little bit I do know of electrics this doesn’t...
  4. C

    new build work utr number

    hi all,ive been working for many years as employee (electrician/tester) and recently a friend of mine asked me to help him doing some second fix on a new build flats. ive still got my utr number,my question is do i need to do anything else such as register as solo trader or limited company?the...
  5. anitahooda

    How to Build a DIY Solar-Powered Emergency Radio?

    Building a solar-powered emergency radio is a great DIY project that combines practical preparedness with renewable energy. This project involves using basic electronic components and a small solar panel to create a self-sustaining radio that can be used during power outages or outdoor...
  6. mainline

    My day 5: build a gsm monitor/alarm for a pump house

    Will leave it run for a few weeks before tidying it up.
  7. mainline

    My day 3: build a gsm monitor/alarm for a pump house

    Seems to be working ok, as in texting and calling. The mains relay's I have used are getting too hot, seems that the led resistor is of the wrong value so are dissipating too much heat. Have started to do it another way for the mains monitoring.
  8. mainline

    My day one: build a gsm monitor/alarm for a pump house

    This week's mission is to build a gsm monitor/alarm for a pump house. It needs to monitor 3 mains circuits, 2 borehole controllers and 2 tank levels.
  9. Adam_92

    Snagging on a new build

    Just brought a new build and Snaggers have picked a few things 1.no insect mesh in extractor fans which I can’t find in building regs? 2.utility room extractor fan isn’t a humidistat (it’s got an opening window) does it need to be a humidistat or standard is fine? 3. Fuse board (picture...
  10. S

    How Many Power Showers in a New Build is Allowed?

    Hi, Got a new build house which has 5 bathrooms and there looking to put 10.8KW electric showers in each bathroom/ensuite. Its a Passivhaus and they are looking to reduce the water tank capacity so its really only for the one bath in the property and the taps. Thoughts on how this can be done?
  11. S

    50v on swa banjo ? TNC-S system new build

    I’ve had a weird one today. Banjo having 50v on it. L - main earth = 230v L - N = 230v N - main earth = clear I have 50v on the live - banjo & 24v on the Neutral - banjo. Disconnected both sides of the armoured and done insulation resistance between all cables and all <999.
  12. J

    UK Kitchen Wiring-New Build ring vs radial

    HI All, I am building a new house (self build) and have my part P so am running the cabling. My reading of the regs says that any appliance of over 2KW should not be supplied by a ring main and should have a 4mm radial. (BS 1363) My questions are really around this- - It seems all of my...
  13. S

    Solar Panel Cable Run, New Build

    Hi all I'm looking for some help on a query I have. I'm currently involved with a new build with the plan to fit Solar in the very near future, which I have never installed before or had any experience. The plan is to fit a 3.4kw system and i wanted to put in the cable ready from where the...
  14. K

    Build a Simple 5 volt Charger

    Dear Sir, I'd build a simple voltage divider charger with 1 Amp diode from 4.8 AC - DC adapter (500 ma - output volatge - 4.15Volt) to charge my two AA battery. My Battery finished charged was 1.25 (Sony 4600mAh), but it can only be used within half day. I suspect It may not enough...
  15. R

    Pad Mount Transformer over Pole Mount for New Home Build?

    Hello --- In the planning stages for a new custom home build -- The house will be several hundred feet from the road and I want to have the power underground --- I am wondering if I should inquire about having a pad mount transformer in close proximity to the Power Pole Source rather than a pole...
  16. D

    Sub main supplying new build

    Good morning all, long time reader first time post so looking for some help I’m qualified as an electrician but haven’t worked as a sparky for 15 years or so. I’m just starting a self build and going to do as much as I can but over thinking that the first hurdle New main in to the house was...
  17. B

    New build Rewire price help

    Hi to big electricians Need help pricing this new build rewire Just labour only no materials involved They have 14 houses to do Can anyone help pls it's local to me no travel cost Many thanks
  18. A

    Please help, I need advice to build a case

    I am in a bit of a pinch at the moment and trying to argue a massive amount of used of electricity with my provider which I find it hard to believe for my living circumstances. I am a single person who lives in a one bed flat and is out of the house from 9-5 during the week days, I am on an...
  19. T

    Question about T&E and spotlights in my new build house.

    Hi, So I've just started to install some spotlights in a room in my house, and I always thought to use 1.5mm T&E so I've wired them all up and I've come to connect the main line in and noticed that it is 1.0 T&E. Am I okay to link the main line to my daisy chained spots on 1.5. Some more...
  20. ms2857

    Solar Panels quotes for solar in a new build.

    I am looking to have a solar system installed with battery storage. I am in a new build semi-detached property in Kent, so therefore electrics are all new with 25mm tails and 100 amps incoming fuse. Also, as this is a new build I do not know if due to the warranty period if I can have solar...
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