Hi, I’m an industrial electrical engineer apprentice working at a wastewater treatment plant, I’ve been really enjoying the job which I’ve been doing for two years now. However, when I come out of my apprenticeship I feel like I won’t know anything about domestics such as chasing walls house...
Hi all. I've recently bought a bungalow. It currently has a armoured cable between the house and garage which spans less than 1 meter. The height of the cable is 2.3m and directly under this is the side gate to access the back of the property.
It's old wiring so will be replaced, but I've had...
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more work incoming
Hi all,
Testing question for you.
I'm currently testing an existing domestic installation. The wiring is about 20-25 years old.
We have rewired some of the older circuits and added newer circuits too. During my insulation resistance test, over two-thirds of my results were coming out at...
Evening,
I’ve just put an offer on a house without thinking too much of the electrics. It currently has 2 electric showers and an electric oven.
If we buy it I’d like 2 x 16A commando sockets installed in the garage so I can run my air compressor (2.2kW) and MIG welder. I calculated that the...
Does anyone know of a way to replace standard 13a double plug sockets with a version that would connect to a user and charge the user’s account? The sockets are in a communal area and could be used for various activities including car charging or vacuuming etc? I’ve seen pubs use a key fob to...
Hi All,
I have a client who is developing a plot of land for a single house. Currently, their 100 amp service cut-out is in a cubicle fed by overhead cable, however, this is in the way of the build. Rather than having the cubicle moved before the build and then again once the build is...
Hi Everyone
How are self employed people finding business lately? I feel like things have slowed down a bit. I've recently moved though and seasonally maybe things are slower. How do others feel, is business ticking over ok?
Cheers.
I am currently employed by the RAF as an Electrical Engineer/Technician, but I'm interested in going down the route of a domestic electrician.
I'm wanting to know if anyone else has gone through this transition, and would be able to advise me what the right steps would be in terms of...
Hola!
I’m in the process of renovating an apartment in Madrid. The consumer unit is fitted with an old 15amp ICP switch. I believe its function is now handled by the smart meter, so it is redundant. As this is limiting the power available to the property I would like to remove it.
My...
Cascaded Distribution Units.
Given how cheap populated distribution boards are; i've started to use them for almost every major junction in my home:
Domestic Main Distribution Unit >10mm swa > Garage Distribution Unit > 6mm swa >Spa Distribution Unit...
Hi everyone I’m new here and wanted to ask a question.
I want to do some domestic jobs but are currently not registered with a body.
I trained a while back and gained C&G level 2&3 in installation,level 3 domestic installation,17th Ed.
My question is can I do minor works, issue certificates and...
Hello all. I'm just looking for a bit of advice regarding our meter.
EDF keep badgering us to have a smart meter fitted, and they recently changed tack and said our current meter needs replacing as they are duty bound to make sure our meter is reliable.
I know a smart meter is not mandatory...
Hi Guys
Recently finished a new build house, 2 levels/ 5 bed.
Wired AICO grade D LD2 system throughout.
LABC has come to sign off saying needs to be grade A system.
Havent got full details, just to chatted to builder (owner of property) on phone.
Did only think this was required on a domestic...
I’m nearly a qualified electrician and I’m looking to change from mainly domestic jobs to more of the commercial/ industrial side. I’m just wondering how difficult will it be and what type of work should I expect to be doing?
Help please, this is my first post on this subject regarding solar panel / battery installation into house with 3 phase supply.
I am a DIY level person and am seeking advice to allow me to understand what to expect when engaging with installers.
I have a 3 phase domestic supply.
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