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hi
i have been asked to quote for a job where the owner is doing an extension and wants me to do all new wiring in the new part however he wants to keep the existing wiring the same.
he also wants to change over the cu to a new metal one (mk probably). What tests do people recommend i do on the existing wiring to make sure its all safe and in good condition before i take out the old cu?
thanks
 
At the very least IR each circuit, a good sampling of Zs on each circuit and ring final continuity checks. It's also worth looking in light switches/fittings for a CPC.

Some people insist on a full EICR, but I tend to just satisfy myself there are no major issues to contend with on the day and then do a full round of testing once the board is in.
 
If you find a borrowed neutral on the lighting circuit and the guy does not want his landing wallpaper wrecking what are you going to do?

Put both circuits on the same breaker, with a note saying why.

Have a look out for DIY bodge jobs that have been done in the house previously. Metal faceplates not been earthed etc.
 
Last board I did i ended up putting both light circuits on one breaker on same rcd too. With note on certificate as customer didnt want to do remedial works.
Being there was previously no rcds then this would be seen as an improvement.
The inconvenience factor whilst important is surely less than the safety benefits.
Queried it on the annual visit and the niceic bloke said sometimes it cant be avoided and its the camp site rule, leave it same or better than you found it
 
hi
i have been asked to quote for a job where the owner is doing an extension and wants me to do all new wiring in the new part however he wants to keep the existing wiring the same.
he also wants to change over the cu to a new metal one (mk probably). What tests do people recommend i do on the existing wiring to make sure its all safe and in good condition before i take out the old cu?
thanks
Might be best to read "best practice guide 1 it tells you most of what you need to know.
 

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