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  1. H

    Inappropriate advert of the year award

    This is my nominee. Just can't fathom what a scantily clad lassie sitting on presents has got to do with electrics or telecommunications (I think that's what at&t is)
  2. D00DY_T00DY

    I Need Work Apprentice looking to transfer in West Yorkshire

    Hi all. Currently a third year of my course, second year in work (previous experience as well) got moved up a year so I'm a year ahead. got my own transport,tools and drills and I am fully funded via city training. 20 years old and looking for a new job placement since I'm currently being used...
  3. N

    socket getting warm due to a wood stove

    Hi all, I've recently had a wood burner installed in my lounge. The stove flue goes up through a liner installed inside the original masonry chimney. I've noticed, if the stove is burnt for several hours, the chimney breast warms up a bit. In the bedroom above the lounge there is a double...
  4. Darkwood

    VR - sets

    So thinking of getting the Sony VR kit for my PS4, from what I have heard it's a game changer for the way your feel immersed in your gaming to the extent its scares the hell out of you, so anyone else thinking of getting one or has and can give us some feedback?
  5. D

    Eager to learn and grow, any advice on getting hands on-experience as a mate? Based in West London

    Hi, just wanted to introduce myself name's Dean, I'm 32 and based in west London. Recently completed my level 3 2365 Diploma in electrical installations at my local college, following level 2. Decided i want to become a electrician two years ago as i enjoy completing practical tasks and find...
  6. D

    Too many calls!

    I was wandering what people do when they're busy as hell and have phone call after phone call from potential customers. Do you stop what your doing, answer every call possible and arrange visits for quotes until all your evenings are booked up for the next few weeks? not to mention all the time...
  7. D

    getting organised

    are any of you guys using an on the go software that does diary and invoicing I think after over 10 years I might give it a try, my theory is I am trying to stop doing very small jobs and attract more slightly larger works, so if I completely organise myself for the little jobs then I will have...
  8. Dan

    iPhone 7 - Anybody got or getting it?

    iPhone 7 is out. Lots of controversy around the headphone jack (or lack of) - anybody got one or getting one?
  9. cgfw201

    Getting IKEA Light Flush With the Ceiling

    Hi, First post, first time doing anything electrical. Have bought a nice new IKEA Sinnerlig light for my nice new house I moved into last week. Have removed old ceiling light which was a cheap plastic one than screwed into a cheap plastic base plate that was screwed into the ceiling. Anyway...
  10. J

    Getting Back In The Game. Advice Needed.

    Hi everyone, I've recently returned to sparking after a 7 year hiatus (uni and some other stuff), and I'm looking for some advice on how to best get back up to speed. I got my C&G Electrical Installation Theory & Practice certs in 2003 and completed my apprenticeship in 2004, and haven'd done...
  11. L

    Getting Qualifacations When 25years+

    Hello everyone, just here for as much advice as I could possibly get on what to do next. I'm 25 years old and have many failed attempts at trying to land myself an apprenticeship and now I'm at the age where the funding stops for the employer I believe. My goal is to obviously get an...
  12. Dan

    Rez Infinite Getting A Physical Release

    Rez Infinite will release for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation VR on October 13, and in addition to its digital release, the game will see a physical launch courtesy of iam8bit alongside several other pieces of Rez Merchandise, Enhance Games and iam8bit announced today. Available for $39.99...
  13. A

    3kw Heater on a 13a Socket

    Hope I'm posting this in the correct place, couldn't find a "new post" button in the DIY forum. I have built a 100l kettle using a large pot and an immersion heater. The original heater I tried was 5.5kw, wired using 2.5mm cable to a standard plug. The plug got very hot after 3 minutes. After...
  14. N

    New apprentice seeking advice on what course to be getting onto

    I've recently landed a apprenticeship with a local company and would like advice on what course ishould be getting onto in college , my local colleges offers a level 3 advanced apprenticeship and this is what I've gathered --- This qualification consists of the Technical Certificate at Level 2...
  15. albi

    tysoft any one stooped getting the care package

    can anyone tel me why if i have stooped getting the care package that i can no longer PDF my certs to my PC. if I have bought the software and no longer using a mobile app. the software should be fully operational
  16. C

    Getting Back Into the Trade?

    Hi all Advice required as I may be picking up the tools again after 18 years. Now I have my Scotvec and City & Guild certs from 1986-91 so would I be required to update any stuff for employment purposes? Thanks
  17. T

    Getting an apprentice

    Hello people. Been working in the trade nearly 10 years now, my boss/dad and i want to look into getting an apprentice. I do remember being one, but now very different being on the other side of it! Has anyone got any advice on how to mentor an apprentice and what to do with them day in day...
  18. C

    Getting started...

    Hi sparks, I want to train as an electrician. I'm 26 and have worked a variety of construction jobs (dry wall fixer, labourer, carpenter's mate etc) but i have no knowledge of electrical installation. What are the chances of getting work experience by visiting my local business in person with...
  19. S

    getting qualified

    Hello all, I am looking at getting qualified to be able to work as an electrician, and wondering the best route, without having to give up my current job until i get all the bits of paper. Bit of back ground. I am a telecom engineer, and completed my apprenticeship in 2000, part of this was...
  20. D

    South Wales (Cardiff) solar installer recommendations please.

    Hi, not been here for a long time as have not needed to. anyway, I've a problem with my solar plant. 13xsanyo 235 hit from what I remember? power one pvi 3.0 outd inverter (maybe a 3.6?) All fitted December 2011. at startup after wet weather I'm getting low riso error, sometimes as low as...

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