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  1. B

    Replacing fused switch with Smart Switch

    In the hallway we have a fused switch that operates the towel ladder in the downstairs bathroom. Any possible issues in replacing with a smart switch? I don't know of any with an integrated fuse.
  2. sythai

    Smart relay for blinds

    Hi Guys I'm wiring up an electric roller blind soon, putting on a conventional up/down/centre off retractive switch. Would like to install a smart relay in parallel but cant seem to find anything out there ? Ideally something like this (but this is purely on/off control only) with nice easy...
  3. B

    Smart switch installation

    Having successfully installed some smart sockets, I have caught the bug of converting to smart home. My next project is to replace the 2 gang light switch in the hallway. The current setup is as in the first photo below. One switch controls the hallway light and the other an exterior light I am...
  4. R

    Trailing edge smart dimmer

    As the title says, I am looking for a trailing edge smart dimmer. I have gone through 3 smart dimmers already, only to read here tonight that all the dimmers I have had are leading edge dimmers. I have used a no name brand, the Ewelink smart dimmer and the Sonoff D1(which keeps turning itself...
  5. T

    UK Smart meters and Economy 7

    Have to say "DIYer", but I have no intention of doing any work myself - so "Consumer" might be better. Just adding 13A spurs is my limit. I want to understand smart meters and Economy 7 in detail, before getting anything done at all. That will be after Covid, since there is no hurry. I also...
  6. C

    Regarding smart light fittings

    Hi I hope someone can help, I have a light switch at the bottom of the stairs and it switches the light on at the top of the stairs. At the top of the stairs i have a light switch which is two gang for the top of the stairs and for the bathroom ( on the same switch). I understand I will need a...
  7. D

    2 Meters 2 CU Smart Meter Installation

    Hi, Currently We have 2 meters and each meter is connected to 2 CU. We are looking to upgrade to a smart meter. At the moment OVO have no slots for my area however, when I do get a slot they will replace 1 of the meters and remove the other they bit I'm not sure about is how will the 2nd CU...
  8. D

    How does variable electricity tariff work

    This might sound like a stupid question but if someone was on a variable electricity tariff and they didn't have a smart meter, and let's say the electricity was cheaper at night between 6pm to 11pm. How would the electricity provider know how much electricity you used at night so they could...
    • David345
    • Thread
    • charge cost electrical work electricity meter money power smart smart meter tariff variable work
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  9. K

    Smart Switches

    Hi, I need some help on what smart switches to purchase. I am going to hire an electrician do the install. These switches are going to go on the ADT system. My sales rep there for security said that any Zwave switch will get recognized by their app. With that in mind, a few questions: - If I...
  10. E

    Using a transformer with a smart plug

    I recently had some landscape lighting put in and wanted to hook up the transformers to a smart plug so I can control them with my phone and have them on a timer etc. Currently, as setup by the electrician, the two transformers are in a double adapter plugged into a normal wall socket and it...
  11. D

    Smart Switch lighting neutral question

    I own a commercial storage unit where I keep my boat, trailers, etc. I went to install a Smart Switch in it, so I could remotely control the lights if needed (i.e. some times I will forget to turn them off when I leave). I bought a witch, took the cover off, and realized I don't have a...
  12. D

    Smart Bathroom Light

    Hi looking for advice or recommendations for a bathroom light. The ideal scenario would have the following capabilities: - a standard pull cord or similar switch to switch on as normal - the ability to have the light preset to come on at say 100% brightness during the day, and maybe 60% in the...
  13. S

    Smart meter/immersion heater issues

    Hi there, The off-peak immersion heater in my electric boiler stopped working recently, so I got an electrician round to diagnose and fix. They said it was a faulty immersion heater, so they replaced it last week but it's still not working. They now think it might be an issue with our...
  14. J

    Smart Switches

    Hi guys , does anyone have a recommendation on smart switches that work on conventional wiring? I working on a property where the owner wants switches that work with the wi-fi. problem is that the more I look onto it more confused I get. Any ideas welcome, Thanks
  15. J

    Wiring smart switch, confused about mishmash of wires in box.

    Hey all! I'm trying to install a smart switch to control my 3 outdoor lights. 2 wall lights and a lamp in the yard. The house was built in 53, so I assumed there wouldn't be a neutral in the box, so I picked up a GE switch that doesn't require one. The switch shares a box with another that...
  16. B

    New to Forum

    Hi, I'm a 72 years old electronic engineer (BSEE, MSEE, PE) living in New Zealand. Have had a 5.3Kw solar array on the roof of our house for two years and learned a fair amount about maximizing the available energy. Currently working on an intelligent controller to automatically switch loads...
  17. Gavin John Hyde

    New smart meters to turn off supply remotely

    Just been told about a proposal by some companies to allow them to turn off your power without notice or compensation if the grid is under strain. If they haven't learnt already from the smart meter shambles that its best to leave alone they now want to mess it up again. In theory if too many...
  18. I

    Smart light switch install with no neutral required

    I have just received a wifi switch that does not require a neutral. As far as I thought, it would then be a straight swap with the existing 2 gang switch. However, I can’t seem to see an Earth on this new switch and looking at the current wiring I can’t see how it would switch over. Any ideas? I...
    • Irvsax
    • Thread
    • install light light switch neutral required smart switch
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  19. J

    Any Smart meter fitters in the forum ?

    I’ve been looking at fitting smart meters as an option and I was wondering if anyone here had any input. thanks in advance
    • John Matrix
    • Thread
    • meter smart smart meter the forum
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. S

    Information on a Norweb Smart Heat system

    Hi, i have recently bought a a house and has the Norweb Smart Heat System installed with an Apollo Injector. Never seen this system before, i am wanting to strip all this out as i will be installing central heating but would like to know how it works and what it actually does. Cheers
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