Afternoon folks
I've been sat on a prickly fence since last Summer, contemplating if I should pick up my qualies again and seek out a position as a Mate/Improver.
I took redundancy last Summer from a job I absolutely hated, yet paid well. I then landed into a role I was already doing a bit of...
Hi all, apologies for another thread, I've done a search of the site and there's loads of info on here, but I'm finding bits here there and everywhere so thought id ask in relation to my situation.
I'm looking to leave my current employment, which is well paid, but I've had enough. I'm looking...
been to a job today, nothing fancy. fit 2 pendants and double dimmer,and a double socket (spurred from CU which is about 6 ft. away), in a conservatory that has had the roof plasterboarded. opened CU to find a rat's nest "installed" 2019. every terminal apart from the factory fitted ones was...
I have three switches on a stair well one 4-way and two 3-ways. I want to change the 3-way to an occupancy sensor switch. The switch currently has 2 blacks and red. Red to Red, Black to Black terminal, Black to gold terminal
I wired the occupancy switch in the same way and it did not work...
This electrical game is getting worse,in so many ways.
Wholesalers are giving us Split Db’s Rcd controlled, & these maybe obsolete soon.
Any DB with a Rcd AC type will not perform in the tripping time required if ... electronic equipment is being used.
How come they have just only found out...
Hi, and thanks for having me here....
I am considering taking one of these domestic installer courses so thought I would join up to a site like this to look around to pick up help, ideas and be realistic in what I hope to achieve.
The reality is at 45 I don't expect to switch careers and become...
After Eddie large, Bobby ball and Des O’Connor, another celeb “big” in the 70’s and 80’s has passed away.
David Prowse.... known to many as the man in the Darth Vader mask from the first three films, but also to some of us that were young ‘uns in the 70’s..... He was the original Green Cross...
Hello, thought I would join since I’ve poked around here time to time for projects but finally couldn’t find an answer this time. I have a fairly decent automotive background and I’m certified in automotive electrical. My dad was an electrical engineer back in the day and I’ve managed to cobble...
Hi all.
Friday strikes with a vengeance..
Two photos below.
Does anyone have any ideas where I can source a replacement?
Photocell for block common area lights.
Tried most wholesalers already.
Everything on market is Lin Lout and N.
ANY help appreciated.
White outer is actually...
My problem is this:
I have 2 sets of Romex 14/3 in my bathroom - one going to a light fixture, and one going to a bath fan unit (both set into the attic space). I am replacing the fan unit with another that has an integrated light (which we sorely need - the existing light fixture is poorly...
Done an EICR today- photocopied NICEIC certificate , didn't look legit
Called the local company who's name was on the EICR and they had told me someone had been using their name and NICEIC logo in previous times.
The guy had never worked for them.
So I look the guy up and he is advertising...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Robin-M1015-Megohm-Insulation-Continuity-Tester-Electricians-Tool/193638981410?epid=23039775904&hash=item2d15c85f22%3Ag%3AtIMAAOSw6aRfR8j9&LH_ItemCondition=4
love These old meters
Following on from the last two more technically debated threads:
32A supply for Hot Tub of a PME supply
Another Hot Tub install
I posted a question, in the last one, but didn't get a reply, so starting another one. Hope the Mods don't mind.
So posting my question again, slightly edited.
I’ve...
I have my tin hat on because I know this has been done to death and have read through a lot of the old posts.
I just wanted to run my proposal past a few of you and see if there is anything I have missed as its always good to get someone else's view.
Customer is needing a 32amp supply and hot...
Hi all. Apologies I can see this type of question has been asked a few times but I still need help as an absolute novice! I am planning to replace the rose with a modern (metal) light. I have added a pic of the current configuration in place and the connector available inside the new light. I...
Evening all
Customer asked me if she can have an additional aerial point for her bedroom. Thing is her property is ground floor of two story house so no real possibility of access to loft to run new cable via amplifier. She currently has tv point in living room have contemplated splitting this...
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