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What size armoured cable to shed
I was thinking of supplying electricity to light up the shed that will obviously require a switch , two double sockets to use a small electric convector heater or plug in an electric drill or saw and a radio. What size armoured cable will I need and all the other components to get this done. I am having a kitchen extension so that would be the perfect time as the cable can be fitted whilst accessibility will be easy.
CAN A 4.8KW DOUBLE OVEN FED FROM 2 X 2.5 TWIN & EARTH CABLES ON 32 AMP MCB
CAN A 4.8KW DOUBLE OVEN FED FROM 2 X 2.5 TWIN & EARTH CABLES ON 32 AMP MCB
Tidying up old electrical wire spaghetti
I live in a Victorian flat with untidy and perhaps redundant wiring on the exterior of the building and in the internal stairwell. How much would it cost to tidy the existing wires and remove anything that is not working?
Who fixes ovens?
What type of tradesman do I need to call to fix an oven? Is this something any electrician can handle or do I need to find a specialist somehow?
Plastic connector replacement
Hi, our plastic connector on our bathroom pull cord light switch has snapped/broken. Is there a way to get a replacement for this connector instead of replacing the whole fitting? I have looked online but can't seem to find what I'm looking for.
Reporting electrical incidents to HSE
In what cases do I need to report an electrical incident to the HSE? Does this apply to small fires for example, even if they are put out right away?
Making the garden cosy with lights?
Hi, I’ve got questions about putting up lights in the garden. 1. What’s the safest way to string up lights in a small tree? We’re talking 12ft high. 2. Will old outdoor xmas lights work? 3. How can I hide the wire between the garage and the tree safely?
Light fitting needs new square LED bulbs
I have a light fitting in my living room which have square LED bulbs but no longer turns on i have 2 new bulbs but don’t know how to use them to make the fitting work again
Switched spur problem.
I’ve changed the spur with a new one and followed how they were wired my problem is the spur is still live even though it’s switched off
What should I know before installing an electric fire in a chimney?
This is something we've discussed over the holidays, but we're a bit lost at what would be involved and the cost we're looking at excluding the cost of the electric fire and installation of it? Can an expert break this down for us with costs to expect?
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