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Is a smart video doorbell suitable for the current system/setup that I have? How can I tell? Thanks!
Wall plug socket always ‘on’
I have a standard wall socket thats always worked fine - however it now doesnt seem to turn off, whether the switch is in the ‘on’ or ‘off’ position. I.e whatever is plugged in continues to be powered whichever position the switch is in! Is it safe to keep using the socket??
Inaccessible fused spur and outlet
I'm currently refitting a kitchen which a cowboy made a real mess out of, the customer is hoping to recover some of what she paid to the previous contractor. The fitter had installed an integrated fridge freezer unit covering two fused spurs, and the outlet for the fridge, they had also left the outlet for the dishwasher behind the dishwasher unit (which was fed from one of the two spurs behind the fridge). I've always been told the aforementioned practise is illegal, or at very least in breach of regulations. Can anyone confirm if this is correct, and point me in the right direction of some literature to verify this? There were also sockets above the gas hob, and within 300mm of the sink. Thanks in advance 👍🏻
Safety tips for electrical equipment
What can I do to make electrical equipment safe to work with? Asides from cutting off their power supply?
Dimmer switches in bathrooms
Are dimmable lights or dimmer switches permitted in bathrooms?
Do holiday let electricals need PAT testing?
Should plug in electricals like microwaves and lamps in holiday lets be PAT tested?
EV charge point
My garage has what has been described as a "standard" garage supply box. The box contains a 63A Mains switch along with two breakers B6 and B16. The house /build is about 20 25 years old. Can I run an EV charger from this supply. Garage has 3 double fluorescents and some power sockets for my power tools Other than that an up and over electric door opener.
Are all taps meant to be earthed
Should all taps in the house be earthed?
fixing house hold wiring
i think i have a light fitting that has been chewed by a mouse so it's cut in two, can i use what i know them as chocolate box connectors ( Terminal Block Strip Connector) or should i solder it , is this ok for house hold wiring ????
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How do I know if I need to go to the hospital after an electric shock? Is it possible to survive an electrocution but have experienced some internal damage, such as to the heart?
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