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  1. James

    Electrician Jobs Birmingham spark required

    I am looking on behalf of one of my customers they would like a regular 1 day a week visit from a spark to do fairly normal stuff. new sockets new lights replace failed equipment with new general installation work cable pulling etc. I am also wanting to find someone who I can pass on work to...
  2. I

    will SPD protection now have to be added for an addition to an existing circuit

    can any one clarify if a SPD will now need to be installed when making an addition to a existing circuit? many thanks
  3. L

    For a 13K peak (10K running) generator, what gauge wire and breaker amperage is required?

    Installing a 13K peak (10K running) generator 190 feet from the panel. The portable generator is housed in a shed at the end of the property. What gauge wire and breaker amperage is required? Getting mixed information. Differing voltage drop calculators and breaker suggestions have me confused...
  4. I

    Surge - Commercial - When is an SPD required?

    Can anyone advise when SPDs are required to be installed on commercial properties? I'll always install them on a full rewire of a commercial property or if I need to install a new DB, I'll make sure to fit one with an SPD installed. What about if its a large store, 36 to 72 way existing board...
  5. L

    Info required on recent EICR Certificates, don't look right

    Afternoon, I have just had EICR tests done on two of my rental properties, with another two properties still to be tested. The electrician has sent me ( e-mailed ) the two certificates for the completed jobs . Is e-mail acceptable or should I get paper copies ? All pages of the report have...
  6. P

    Why do people uprate cable when it's not required?

    Just sat looking at my old cooker that's sat in my kitchen with a piece of 6mm2 hanging out of it. Its info plate in the door says it pulls a max of 5.3kw, which using P/V gives us 23a which means it could easily be put on 32a and 4mm, or 25a and 2.5mm no? Yet it was on 6mm and a 45a breaker...
  7. deliveryguyuk

    UK Required MCB for Doorbell Transformer

    Hi guys, I’ve just looked in my consumer unit and I’ve got space for an extra MCB and a rail transformer for my ring doorbell. I’m planning on adding a matching mcb however I don’t know if I need a 3A, 6A or 10A version. The transformer is British General Fortress 8-24V AC 8VA Bell...
  8. UKMeterman

    1930's clock rewire required.

    I know somone with a 1930's electric clock, it needs a bit of TLC before plugging in. Do you know anyone who would be able to provide the TLC?
  9. K

    Are further qualifications required to install an EV charger?

    I am a fully qualified electrician with level 3 nvq / 18th edition. Are further qualifications required to install an EV charger?
  10. W

    UK Sauna heater advice required

    Just built a sauna in corner of outhouse . No electric in there , house is approx 20 ft to outhouse. Will the 6 kw heater need to get feed from mains or can it connect to electric socket ? Thanks mick
  11. sjhall

    Led driver help required

    Hi Looking for a bit of advice on a led driver The Aurora in the picture below is the one that needs replacing today / tmrw And the only 700ma constant current driver I can find local has slightly different specs DC 16.5v max on the original 33 - 40v dc out on the new one Will this work...
    • sjhall
    • Thread
    • constant current driver help led led driver required
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  12. C

    Microwave - 20A Circuit Required

    Hi everyone - new forum member here, looking for some guidance / advice before I try this myself or hire a certified electrician From Quebec, Canada. House was built in 2009, with everything seemingly 'up to code' -- previous homeowner spared little expense. The microwave in the kitchen has a...
  13. T

    Full rewire required?

    My new house has four floors including a basement and an attic. I have been inspecting the wiring of the sockets circuit. There is a single socket circuit which has a 32amp (6kA type B) MCB. An RCD is installed. There are 26 sockets. I disconnected the live conductor(s) at a socket and then...
  14. S

    Electrician Jobs Electrician required surrey or cambridge

    Looking for self employed electrician, for jobs in either Cambridge or Chertsey (surrey)
  15. R

    I Need Work ELECTRICIANS REQUIRED - LONDON, OXFORD, SLOUGH, READING

    Electricians required for various packages of wok ( Test and Inspect, EV, Remedials, Installation, Servicing, Door entry) in and around London, Oxford, Reading, Slough. FULL time employed or SUB work available. Immediate start - Great salary.
  16. R

    some pages required from iet wiring regulations 2018 18th edition (published june 2018)

    Good Evening All Does anyone happen to have a copy of the iet wiring regulations 18th Edition bsi 7671 :2018 published june 2018 isbn 978-1-78561-170-4 my son has decided to start his art work for school on 2 pages of my book so they are...
  17. I

    RCBO required?

    Would you deem a socket (twin or commando) to be exempt from requiring RCD protection if it is fitted above a suspended ceiling installed to supply a specific piece of equipment? Initially I'm thinking yes. Wouldn't think anyone is going to go out of their way to access them if there are other...
  18. EricMark

    RCD's how to test and when required, and what code?

    I know how I was taught to test a RCD, 6 tests in all two no go, two under 300 mS and 2 under 40 mS with no load. But thinking about it not so sure on the no load? We are told there are 5 common types with some others not seen much, type S, AC, A, F, and C. OK type S not used much now, but when...
  19. L

    Electrician Jobs Electrician required Kent

    I know it’s busy out there but looking for another qualified electrician. We are based in Thanet and would take the right person on employed and Chuck a van in if need be. Rates depending on experience but to be honest I’m not looking for someone who I’m going to have to babysit.....We have lots...
    • Leesparkykent
    • Thread
    • electrician kent required
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Electricians Jobs
  20. M

    Fixed wiring testing required for an addressable fire alarm system?

    Hi, I would be grateful if anyone could confirm the certification required for the addition and extension of a fire alarm. Scenario is, I have installed the fixed wiring for the alteration to an addressable system as per their drawings, fire alarm contractor will commission. I assume I can...
    • Mike F
    • Thread
    • alarm fire fire alarm fixed required system testing wiring
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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