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  1. Fuseboxclueless

    Does fuse board or switches contain asbestos?

    Hello, looking to get home electrics upgraded and get a new fuse box. A neighbour mentioned that their house had a main switch on the fuse board that was encased with asbestos and I’m wondering whether we will be in the same position with our old fuse box. Does anyone have any idea based on the...
  2. M

    Daryl Shower Head replacement (possibly over 30 years old)

    First of all I have to confess I am not a plumber so please bear with me! I have a Daryl enclosed shower in an ensuite bathroom. It was already installed when I moved into my house in 2006 and was probably around 10 years old even then. The other shower components work fine, but the top shower...
  3. G

    Reverse camera male plug replacement

    Hi All, I have a reverse camera that has stopped working, likely cause is one of the yellow male plugs is corroded and the metal on the male has come off. The wiring is similar to the video cable ones you can buy from Amazon, with the yellow male to yellow male with trigger. My question is, can...
  4. S

    Suitable replacement Thermostat?

    Hi guys, I have a thermostat that is malfunctioning.& want to replace with a simple dialled thermostat. For some reason I have not changed many thermostats unless its a like for like modern replacement! If the photographic information is sufficient, would anyone be able to advise on a modern...
  5. fr0d0w

    Can I replace the wired in switch with the simpler one?

    Can I combine the common wires to the live terminal? The 2 way switch was an existing circuit and the two new circuits are 1. 6 x led downlights and 2. under unit led lights. I can remove the 2 way switch. Thanks
  6. S

    UK Megger 1720 probe socket assembly replacement

    Hi I wondered if anyone knows where I can get a replacement probe socket assembly for a Megger 1720. One of the test lead pins has snapped off and I can't get it out 😪 Thanks
  7. M

    Light switch replacement (lights flickering)

    Hi, Friend asked me to check out their light switch cause the kitchen lights were flickering and the faceplate was getting hot. They sent the photos below to show what it looked like, obvious issue is the common looking fried, which I put down to a loose connection, hence the flickering...
  8. K

    Proteus Fuse Holder replacement to RCBO

    Hi, I will not be carrying out this work!! a qualified electrician will be. however Could someone let me know if it is possible to change the Proteus Fuse holder's to RCBO'S please?
  9. M

    Rubi DC-250 1200 Water Pump Replacement Discussion Thread

    Rubi DC-250 1200 Water Pump Replacement Hi, I'm really hoping someone can maybe help. I have a Rubi DC-250 1200 and it looks like the water pump has given up. I can get a replacement pump for it, but I have no idea if it's simple enough to rewire in the new pump? Has anyone tried or done this...
  10. M

    UK Spotlight Replacement

    I need to replace a spotlight in my porch but i can't tell how to replace it as there is no obvious way to do this, and wonder if i need to replace the whole thing. It is a Luceco EFTE45PC40-0. I can post photos. Thanks.
  11. J

    NH Upgrade to NM 3rd Amendment Compliant Replacement Lids

    Hi All Just spotted these Metal replacement covers for old plastic Wylex Consumer Units. I was just wondering what the forum's opinion is of them? I guess they're a bit of a fudge as you still have the plastic box frame behind it, but is it a total waste of time if you can't afford a new CU at...
  12. J

    Geartray replacement help please

    Any help appreciated thanks not sure what replacement to buy
  13. F

    Grundfos Alpha1 L 26-65 replacement plumbing advice

    Grundfos Alpha1 L 26-65 replacement Just had a call out to no central heating and the pump needs replacing tomorrow. It looks like the Alpha1 L has been discontinued as its not listed on Grundfos website and it looks incredibly difficult to get hold of one. Typically their technical help is out...
  14. B

    Mixer tap ring sheared during seal replacement - how remove plumbing advice

    Mixer tap ring sheared during seal replacement - how remove In serious trouble here, was going to replace seals around base of mixer tap spout as it was stiff to rotate. Allen removed ok, but spout very difficult to remove, but working it back and forth got it out. But a part has sheared and is...
  15. A

    Gas Boiler and Radiator Replacement plumbing advice

    Gas Boiler and Radiator Replacement I bought my house 31 years ago with its 8mm and 10mm micro central heating pipework and existing radiators. There are leaks, the system works poorly. In a first phase of work before winter I am starting again with:- A new gas boiler to supply central...
  16. S

    Emergency light not coming on, batteries or replacement lamps?

    Hi there trainee electrician, when im doing monthly flick testing and an emergency light doesnt illuminate at all, how do i know if i need to replace the batteries or fit replacement lamps?
  17. KevinH

    Faulty fan replacement responsibility?

    Hi all. Has anybody else had an issue with installing a wall mounted 4" extractor fan, only to find after 9 months the customer has contacted me to say it is now leaking an oily substance down the wall and ruined the paintwork. I am happy to replace the fan free of charge as it is within the...
  18. M

    UK Replacement ideas for fluorescent strip lights.

    What fittings are people using for replacing fluorescent strip lights? Looking for something with bulbs that customer can change rather than integrated? There are obviously plenty of led tube options but surely there must be something smaller/less bulky?
  19. Dan

    Replacement Diverter valve for obsolete tap Discussion Thread

    This is an RSS feed of thread: Replacement Diverter valve for obsolete tap Content of the thread: Hi, I have a Bristan Matrix Bath Shower Mixer Tap, the diverter valve has been temperamental for some time and has finally failed with a split rubber washer. The tap is obsolete and spares are no...
  20. Dan

    Looking for advice on buying the replacement toilets Discussion Thread

    This is an RSS feed of thread: Looking for advice on buying the replacement toilets Content of the thread: I need to replace the 2 old toilets. I measured the rough in as seen below. Seems that I need to buy the 14 inch rough in toilets (which is hard, because only few models are available at...
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