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  1. D

    New rewire and fuse board - views on work.

    Hi, I’d appreciate views on the fuse board. https://ibb.co/xj0BtZt It’s been completely rewired and I’m unhappy with the quality. I’ve messaged him about it and described the board as a complete mess, and poor workmanship ship. For entry for the 25mm cables and 16mm tails he used the knock...
  2. J

    I Need Work Adult apprenticeship advice in Scotland

    Hello all, I appreciate you taking the time to read my post. After leaving school, I followed the typical university route. But, unfortunately, I have found myself at 27 years old, realizing that I would be far more satisfied in my work if I were in the electrical trade. I have been...
  3. W

    Being billed for extra work?

    Hi guys. I had an electrician who came out, because there was a fault in the system. £180 for the emergency call out. Then I was quoted £750 (if paid in cash) else £900 for by bank transfer/invoice. fusebox was placed with a PCB one. 2 faults were identified in the circuit, necessitating a...
  4. Mingi7

    Off-peak heater doesn't work

    Hi, My flat uses an Economy 7 tariff. When I use the boost heater, it works fine. But the off-peak water heater doesn't heat up the water overnight. The bottom element on the tank connects the off-peak switch and I've tested there is no electricity in this wire during the night. I'm not sure...
  5. J

    Pricing for a job need help

    Been asked to price for a job, customer is having attic done out so needs a few new circuits up there. Some more context I'm based in South Wales and house is 1950s awkward little.run from the board to up but the new socket's will all be on studs so minimal chasing. I'm so bad at pricing work it...
  6. C

    What 20v plug/adapter will work with Blaupunkt sound bar?

    Hi - I'm not sure if this is the right forum for this. (Blame Google search). I've recently moved house and have lost the power adapter for a Blaupunkt sound bar. It worked perfectly when i was in my flat but I no longer have the power adapter. The model number is BP-SB60-1. with what's...
  7. R

    Being Slow at Work - Advice for an Apprentice.

    I was speaking to one of our Apprentices today who has been with us just under 3 years and is coming to the end of his apprenticeship. He said whilst I was away on holiday they gave him a ‘test’ which involved doing a full installation of an intruder alarm. You have another engineer there just...
  8. M

    I Need Work Mature level 3 re-trainee seeks improver/mate full-time, part-time or adhoc work

    Recently, I've successfully completed all C&G 2357 level 3 knowledge units, having re-trained from the software industry. I'm now looking for experience with commercial and domestic work to get a foothold in the industry and complete the NVQ portfolio. At present, I currently hold the...
  9. mcsquare

    I Need Work Electrician mate jobs

    hi guys: Looking to start working into commercial sites as a electrician mate / improver I have C&G 2365 level 2, and 3 Also got my ECS card electrical labourer London area preferably Thanks in advance
  10. B

    2 x portable work cabin

    Hi everyone need help pls I need to power 2 x portable work cabin The meter people came today installed new supply with one meter 25 meters away from the 2 cabin Each cabin have 3 heaters sockets lights My question is what size Swa cable can I use Cable length 35 meters from meter box
  11. B

    I Need Work Looking for work Hants/Surrey

    Hi, just completed my 2365 levels 2 & 3 and I’ve got my BS7671 qualification. So I’m looking to start out as a mate to gain experience so I can complete my NVQ and work towards AM2. Based in Liphook in Hampshire on the Surrey / West Sussex border. I’ve got my own tools and transport and am keen...
  12. Electreacle

    Side jobs. Cash in the hand

    Hi, Really appreciate the help in advance.. I’ve been asked to install an outside socket and a floodlight with PIR. I’m a 4th year apprentice and feel more than competent in carrying out this small job.. I have my own testers so beforehand I will be checking if I have end to ends R1+R2, a good...
  13. Rockingit

    So how do these work, then?

    Curious about how these work - LED’s behind the knobs on my gas BBQ, except there’s no energy source apart from the passing LPG - anyone have an idea?
  14. S

    Is work slower than normal?

    Gosh, I've been asking a lot of questions today, this one's a big ask. I don't know about the peaks and troughs of working in this industry but it feels like things have slowed right down in the last few months, compared to last years work. It's slowly ticking along, rather than being swamped...
  15. Alan Landlord

    remedial work after EICR.

    hi i had an EICR report done for a property i let. It had a number of C1 and C2 observations. I got a different electrician to come in and correct these as well as replace my old fuse board to a consumer unit. Following the work, he is giving me 2 additional C2 observations that were not in...
  16. C

    Level 2 work available

    I'm currently doing a electricians course and plan on getting my level 2 this year. I'm just wondering what work would be available for me when I get my level 2. I ideally don't want to be on apprenticeship wage as I can't afford to live on that. I will also be going for my level 3
  17. Grangewood

    can I install in Jersey (Channel Isles) and Register work.

    I have been invited by a family member to Jersey, for a bit of a holiday whilst also installing 3 EV Chargers I am a qualified installer in England / Wales. I have checked to ensure my qualifications will allow me to conduct work in Jersey but cannot get a definitive answer. I obviously would...
  18. Nakulsharma647

    Made a big mistake on a job need advice

    I think i was rushing to fit a new light fitting. And got some cables trapped . Long story short light fitting smoked and went black. Have replaced fitting but really knocked my confidence is this just part of the job.feeling like a damn cowboy
  19. J

    Can you sign off any work with a 30ma RCD.

    Hi, my question is. If I have an old wylex consumer unit with NB type 2 breakers (not 60898). Or let's say any CU for that matter. If it's protected by a 30ma RCD, will that pass the cert?. Or for example will the use of old mcbs not be up to standard. Thanks
  20. B

    work trousers for trainee electrician

    any recommendations for work trousers, preferably 35 quid and under?
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