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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. 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...
  3. 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...
  4. 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...
  5. 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?
  6. J

    Metal building with living quarters rough in

    Metal building with living quarters the panel is on the outside and about 20 feet away from new build that will be 2x6 what type of shielded wire do I need to run and will it need a junction box to convert it to romex? Would it be best to add a secondary panel inside of the new build I would...
  7. 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.
  8. 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...
  9. 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...
  10. 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
  11. P

    Found a spur on a spur (I think) in my garage

    Hi all, I recently bought a new house and I went to check the installation on my garage. There is a double socket and a fused switch (3A) which is connect to the light. When I opened this fused switch, I noticed it is actually a spur. The way it is wired is that a SWA spur coming from the...
  12. 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...
  13. 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...
  14. S

    Solar Panels supplying new build

    So...who has experience in this on here?? Not me for sure. Basically roughed in a new build for someone, was told he was haggling with the local authority over the price for putting power to his house, it's in the countryside. So I basically kept plodding on, got it all just about done, fitted...
    • SSE
    • Thread
    • build new new build panels solar solar panels supplying
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  15. J

    Proposed Connection for new build states prospective will be as high as 25.9KA

    Hi A customer has a new farm shed going up supplied also from a new 100KVA transformer right outside. The supply spec states that PSCF could be as high a 25.9KA on the quote he has been given. The usual kit I use is rated at 10KA. There terms also state that the connection by DNO will not be...
  16. P

    sub main to consumer unit on new builds

    Hi. I have a small new build sit to price up. The consumer units are to be sited in the middle of the house behind the front door. After best way to supply from external meter box. I was thinking of using split concentric from kmf with a metal plate over it on internal walls. surface mounting or...
    • Phil mcp
    • Thread
    • builds consumer consumer unit main new new build new builds sub main unit
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  17. A

    4 bed new build price

    Only been going just over a year and haven’t had alot of experience in pricing that many new builds. Got 4 x 4bed new builds to price all the same spec. 4 bed (one with en-suite and dressing room, one with en-suite, other two just beds) , kitchen/family room, dining, living, utility, bathroom...
  18. D

    Do Quintec wireless switches / drivers meet BS EN standard, in new build extension for certificate

    Do Quintec wireless switches / drivers meet BS EN standard, in new build extension to the house for certificate. Thanks
    • Dev Gill
    • Thread
    • build certificate drivers extension meet new new build standard switches wireless
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. J

    Methods for pricing domestic new build

    Hi, I'm fairly recently (about a year) self employed, and I have been asked to give a estimate for a 3 storey new build. Having read other information online regarding pricing it seems pricing per point or per sq metre seem the way to go. Just wondering what peoples prefer ways are as...
  20. D

    The new build consumer unit of the future and beyond...

    3 phase , surge , afdd , rcd , dab radio , built in espresso machine
    • Dustydazzler
    • Thread
    • build consumer consumer unit future new new build unit
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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