I've swapped out a traditional switch for a smart switch. As you can see, the back box is nice and full, there's no chance it'd fit and I don't fancy pushing my luck and squashing everything.
I think there's breeze block right behind this box so I don't think chipping away for the additional...
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I hope everyone and their families are ok at this time.
During my own self-build (mostly diy)
I have to build a small living space (in a garage) two-story for myself and my family of 5 for 1- 2 years before I finish the full-size house. it is temporary but will be approx 30sqm meters...
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I’m planning on getting some garden lights installed but wanted to think about options (And potentially costs) before deciding way to go. Do you think following is a reasonable possibility?
I currently have some wall mounted outside lights (switched from inside house) run from RCD...
Self employed electrician with no work due to corona virus. I’m a 1 man business carrying out work for private households mainly but due to cancellations I find myself with no work for foreseeable future.
What are my options.
Can I contact HMRC and say I’m no longer self employed and then apply...
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I'm a qualified marine electrician, served my apprenticeship through the shipyards. I achieved an HNC in Electrical Engineering with a Level 3 Modern Apprenticeship in Marine Engineering (Electrical/Electronic Installation and Testing), also got my 18th Edition.
I'm looking to leave the...
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I'm an adult of 27 who is finally taking the plunge into the electrical industry, and from what i can see have a few options open to me and i'm not overly sure what ones would really set me off on the best start.
I have recently applied for multiple...
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Just a quick one, I am a qualified electrician but i haven't been on the tools for a while and won't be doing the work but just trying to help a friend out.
Basically they are having a new kitchen diner and they currently have gas hob and small single oven which are fed off the ring main...
This is how I think one would need to wire Hive on the very old C Plan which has no tank thermostat, however I have been told on another forum the relay is not required, and it can be configured with software to switch pump and boiler with central heating and just boiler for domestic hot water...
Hi all just got my niceic Domestic installer assessment passed what should I do next. Ive only got my 2365 level 2. Passed the 18th edition and building regs exam for part p been working for some one for 18 years how hard is it now to go alone
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I have been wondering what options I have to progress further after completing my Level 3 NVQ.
After I have finished this I will be doing my Testing and Inspection but im unsure what to aim for after this.
I was thinking maybe Electrical Design? But also unsure how to get to that...
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I’m currently doing quite a bit of work on a large boiler park, up and down to the gantrys quite often.
What are people using to transport tools up and down with them? I’m sick of using a rope and pulley to lift my tool bag etc up.
Thanks
just wondering what people would think would be the best way of doing this.
i have got to provide a supply up to a workshop in a garden (about 80 mtrs from the house). it will run underground all the way and then in the subfloor of the house that is currently being worked on all the way to the db.
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I’m 18 and working full time in a electrical industrial wholesalers but wanting to become an electrician I’ve seen a domestic installer course every saturday for 8hours, I was then going to find work as a mate and gain more experience and then down the line do my level 2&3. I was just...
I was having a debate with my spark today about methods of joining above ground 3 core (E,L,N) 25mm SWA cable. We need to move the consumer unit and with it the meter tails (fused to 80A). This requires an extension of the tails as it is not possible to completely re-run them.
He said that the...
It's a question I always keep meaning to ask but forget. Then Everytime I come to cutting some capping I remember I have never found a better option other than a junior.
Maybe some tin snips? Metal sheers?
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I have a property located in a very rural area that's only partly occupied, its also rented out for short periods. I live 2 hours drive from the property and the issue I have is that people keep leaving electrical items switched on which of course poses a huge fire risk. It can be...
I need to install 2x 600x1200 led grid fittings into a small office.
The occupant needs to have the option of dimming the light levels because of the nature of her work.
IV found a couple of fittings but not sure how I source the correct dimming option. Domestically, anything I have installed...
Thanks for the add. wanting to add an outside light to a house but very limited access and they have only just done up the interior with new carpets etc so don't want to make a huge mess. the only supply near to the location is a spur off the downstairs socket circuit going to a SFCU for a...
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