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  1. shurbra82

    Help I removed Switchboard tamper tags

    Hi all, I’m looking for advice I removed the tamper tags on my three phase power mains to install a new circuit breaker. It disconnected the smart meter for 5 minutes to make the change. I only found out now it’s highly illegal to remove the tamper tags. What can I expect to happen 😞...
  2. Raptor0014

    Anyone know how this is removed?

    I need to replace a normal isolator with a switched fused isolator. However the meter has some form of shroud between it and the cutout that I can’t see any way of removing without damaging it. Anyone know how it’s removed? I’ve got permission from DNO to pull the cutout. But if I need them...
  3. G

    Old DZ fuseboards, Do they have to be removed (no exceptions) or can they be left in place?

    What are the regulations around old DZ fuseboards, Do they have to be removed (no exceptions) or can they be left in place? My own thought was that they were essentially outlawed back in the 2000s but if they are still functioning can they be left in place or do they HAVE to be removed? Have...
  4. J

    Hired a GC to remodel a 95 year old home that will be rented. Wanted all the knob and tube removed and other areas brought up to code.

    Originally one all the bedrooms had plaster ceilings. In one bedroom someone added firing strips and installed acoustic ceiling tiles on top. The ceiling tiles were removed during renovation and then a licensed electrical contractor ran Romex along the firing strips to the center light and...
  5. Frimley111R

    Solar How did the market change after the grant/FIT was removed?

    Hello All, We're primarily an EV charger installer and, as many of you know, there is a grant system in place for this. It essentially means we have to adhere to strict procedures etc for the installations. However....this will not last forever, potentially another year or so. With this in...
  6. OnlQQker

    So I Removed An Old Lath And Plaster Ceiling ...

    To find the electrician had spurred off the ring main in 2 x 2.5mm cables to 2 new sockets in bedroom above. This was done a year ago by an electrician from Mybuilder.com I doubt if it was tested but if it had of been would this of shown up in a test? Secondly is this a way of spurring off...
  7. Q

    Insulation resistance with vulnerable equipment unable to be removed

    Good evening Was wondering when testing for.insulation resistance and there is vulnerable equipment in circuit but unable to disconnect, I understand that you combine the line and neutral conductors and test to earth. I am just wondering if it's ok and safe to do this at 500v as there is no...
  8. H

    Boiler comes on after time clock has been removed from wall

    Hi just looking peoples thoughts on this one. I went to check out a 3 channel hortsmann time clock. I found it to be faulty as the display came and went. It’s about 12 years old and apparently when the internal battery fails it time to change the clock as you can’t access the battery. Anyway, I...
  9. C

    EDF meter change fault

    Hello guys EDF came out to a flat and attempted to replace the meter. I have been called out to investigate there comments which are “unsafe to remove meter, possible borrowed neutral, voltage at meter even with fuse removed (dropped neutral test)” First off i am currently on site, I removed...
  10. T

    Removed these from a mains change today

    Evening all Picked out these bad boys from a few board changes the other day. Not sure if they are worth keeping?
  11. C

    Removed alarm, confused by wires!!

    Hi all, I’ve removed the antiquated burglar alarm from the wall in my understates toilet. It’s on the circuit marked as ‘downstairs lights’. I had expected to be able to simply joint the corresponding wires that went in and out, but they’re not the same colours! Any advice on how I should...
  12. jonoaskew

    Air Vent Removal (Electrical wires removed or capped?)

    Hi folks, First post here and needing some help if that's ok? I'm looking to remove an electric air vent from our downstairs toilet. The previous owners stated they used to have a shower in there, but this was removed by them and we have no need for one. We are looking to renovate it though...
  13. S

    Re-wire preference - under floorboards or removed ceiling

    Hi! I'm new to the forum - thanks for having me. I have a question for a domestic rewire - I just bought my first property and want to know the prefered method for a rewire and if it really matters or is a personal preference. I'm going to rip down the thin chipboard ceiling and have it...
  14. R

    Any quick calcs to get a rough min Zs allowable

    Any quick calcs to get a rough estimate min Zs allowable for protective devices MCB, BS-88 etc, Im thinking in an exam saves time even looking at the tables if there's a fast ball park check rule of thumb.
  15. kkkkk

    Solar pv removed and reinstalled - now running at less power

    Hi all - an outbuilding with solar panels - they have been removed to replace the roof, and replaced 4 months later with the system isolated and now reactivated. Previously the system was running at about 1.8kw but now it is running at round about 2A 500w - with occasional leaps to 1.6kw and...
  16. M

    Do these wire caps need to be removed prior to installation?

    I am installing a new electric hob, the wiring came with these cable caps at each end. Its a single phase installation so I'll be combining L1 & L2 at the junction box. Do these cable caps (silver colour) need to be removed? See picture. I assume so, but if you could confirm it would be...
  17. cliffed

    Existing imperial conduits to be removed

    Morning ,3 runs of conduit are in the way of a new door opening,they are imperial sized. They run from top to bottom of wall,then disappear into the solid floor to various positions.These will need to be found,& reinstated somehow,it’s not going to be easy,it’s a old building ,done the proper...
  18. cliffed

    Existing imperial conduits to be removed

    Morning ,3 runs of conduit are in the way of a new door opening,they are imperial sized. They run from top to bottom of wall,then disappear into the solid floor to various positions.These will need to be found,& reinstated somehow,it’s not going to be easy,it’s a old building ,done the proper...
  19. DavidSpark

    Cable that can't be removed

    Okay, so bare with me here. Domestic is not my bag at all, and I'm not quite sure what the best course of action would be for this. So my father has asked me to take a look at the outside light for the back garden, he would like it changed to a new one as the old one is tired and worn and is...
  20. G

    Which certificate for domestic fire alarm

    Hi all, I have been asked to issue a certificate for 2 smoke alarms and a heat alarm that are connected via wireless bases (brk 700 series) which have already been installed by the client. I have never done this before but need to do so for building control as doors have been removed, hence...

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