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Aye, canny mate. Don't you realise that you're changing the circuit characteristics
No he doesn't
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Aye, canny mate. Don't you realise that you're changing the circuit characteristics
Those who spout on about EICR's before a CU change are talking rubbish. Yes,in an ideal world. But consider that a full EICR on say a 3 bed semi is likely to take at least half a day. Most CU changes are a request for a quote,NOT just go ahead and do whatever is required,so you are going to spend half a day doing a pre-quote survey for a job you might not even get?Yeah right.
In the real world that 'EICR' amounts to a check of earthing,bonding and a global IR test,and a general condition assessment.Most electricians can sum up whether there are likely to be any issues within ten minutes of arrival. The quote will then state that a full test will be carried out during the CU change and any other faults found will be at extra cost.
I agree with you. We would use our experience to make a judgement and check the vitals. I suppose it becomes different when someone who lacks in experience wants to do the replacement and does not carry out some basic upfront checks.
Those who spout on about EICR's before a CU change are talking rubbish.
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