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  1. D

    Pricing for new build bungalows (advice please)

    hi all i am new to this forum. I am after some pricing advice please. I have just gone self employed, I am subcontracting mostly but I have been asked to price some new build bungalows. I have not done any pricing on this scale only small jobs. Would I be best pricing per point if so what do...
  2. J

    new build 1st fixing with insulation!

    afternoon guys how would you go about 1st fixing this... would the builder usually batten/stud out- then board- or will they be wanting to board straight onto the walls?? only meet the client so far (not builder)
  3. CDB

    Elec.. Guide.. Build.. Regs Table 4.1.2a - Is this a cooker mistake?

    Hi, I hope my abbreviated title caught someone's attention and makes some sort of sense. On page 58 of the Electricians Guide to the Building Regulations there are some standard circuits listed. In particular I'm looking at the cooker entry on page 59 and have a couple of questions: 1) Why...
  4. J

    New build timber framed problem

    Hi everyone, Thought I'd post here to see if any of you have wired new builds single storey, no loft with foil back insulation. Its a high spec new build - downlights, data cables, speakers wires etc I have attached a pic of the ceiling which has just been finished. The problems i've got...
  5. S

    Price for New Build Electrical System in France

    Hi I have been asked to install a complete electrical system in a new build in France, i understand the difference in regs and don't have a problem with that was just unsure of what would be a normal price for the work. They have already said they will pay for all expanses etc. so it will only...
  6. rolyberkin

    Quality Of New Build Electrics

    Done some work recently on a local new build estate (Countryside Homes), the standard of electrical work is dire (mind you the build quality is rubbish also), is this normal on new builds? In the house I worked on today the consumer unit looked like spaghetti junction, there were two holes in...
  7. S

    Socket/switch heights in new build.

    Ok, I may be picking this up wrong or being a bit blonde but on the drawings it says light switches to be positioned between 900mm & 1100mm. Now the last time I worked on a new build it was 1200mm max height light switch. Looked up the Scottish building regs & it says "Electrical fixtures...
    • SSE
    • Thread
    • build floor height heights level light new new build
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. B

    Meter Tails

    Hi. I've recently moved into new house. The meter box and consumer unit are installed in cupboard underneath the stairs, however they are approx. 1.5m apart and the tails are surface mounted. Should they be encased in trunking so as to protect them from damage. Thanks
    • beanocur
    • Thread
    • build meter meter tails stairs tails trunking under
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  9. N

    New Build

    Hi guys, This as probably been done over and over but, basically I work for a firm, I'm fully qualified nvq3 and have the 2391. A relative has asked to wire a new build, I'm not sure if the firm I work for will let me do it through them? Would I need to notify building control or would it be ok...
  10. LeeH

    4 month build time almost done.

    Myself and a colleague have designed, drawn and built this control panel. We've been working on the build for 4 months. Almost done. Is for a recycling plant in Europe. photo sharing PM me if anybody needs any panels building.
  11. L

    Website build and email address

    Could anyone advise me or recommend somewhere that can build me a website and somewhere I can sort out my own email address please. I'd like to be able to send emails to people with a letterhead of the company on it. I haven't a clue how to sort any of the above out!! Cheers in advance.
  12. S

    Should I change from Domestic to Commercial

    I'm currently working on new build houses across Essex as a second year apprentice, although it can be "hard graft" it's not that bad and I don't hate it. However I'm getting to the stage now where I can do pretty much everything involved with wiring new build houses and I feel I should consider...
  13. Stuart Houghton

    EPC New Build

    I've just installed the modules on a new build, it will be some weeks away before I can install the inverter and commission the system. How does it work with regard to the EPC. Do I leave the system switched off and the builder ask the energy assessor to issue the EPC for the building and...
  14. D

    Heating system question - new build

    Hello chaps, I class myself as having good electrical knowledge and good at my job. However, heating systems is something I have little to noooooo experience on. Anyway, I digress.... I've been asked to quote for a new build today and the only thing that fears me is the heating system. From...
    • daveb
    • Thread
    • boiler build cupboard heating new new build question system water
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  15. I

    Heat Pumps & Building Regs - New Build

    Hi guys, Does anybody know what the rules are concerning new builds and heating systems. Currently going through planning application for a new build and I have heard that gas central heating systems are no longer allowed by a guy from the council and that we need to have a heat pump system...
  16. Dan

    Nba 2k17's Quest To Build A Better Basketball Sim

    “Every year our goal is to be the most realistic sports game on the market,” 2K Sports Brand Manager Andrew Blumberg told a room of reporters at Gamescom 2016. It’s a tall order, but one that NBA 2K developer Visual Concepts and publisher 2K take seriously. Nearly every update and announcement...
  17. J

    smoke alarm grades new build.

    Hi, I am pricing for a new build property and the schedule of works shows the system as Provide and install an automatic fire detection and alarm system inaccordance with BS 5839: Part 1 to L3 standard. Electrician to provideon completion a wiring certificate...
  18. N

    New Build Development Pricing?

    I'm looking for some help/guidance with the prices I've put together for a new build development of 30 houses, I've not yet submitted my bid as I'm looking for some constructive feedback from anyone who has experience pricing this type of work. Job is based in Scotland. I've not had much...
    • nlbhoy
    • Thread
    • around build external heating new new build price pricing
    • Replies: 24
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. rolyberkin

    New Build Installation Advice

    I am considering taking on a new build which is being built by a mate of mine. I have spoken to my training provider who will do site visits and inspect and test with me towards my NVQ 2357. I will have the help of another trainee to lighten the load and will also by the time this kicks off will...
  20. Trusty Crow

    4 Bed newbuild North London - Tender question

    Hi- I am about to undertake a 4 Bed newbuild in North London, for my own accomodation when finished- which is being run by a contractor on my behalf as I am not an experienced project manager. I have been wiring up my own building projects with for some time, but nothing on this scale- and last...
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