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  • Cost of installing a new circuit for hardwired oven

    Old oven is a plug in, but the new one which we like has to be wired How much roughly would it cost to install the correct circuit

    Asked by Jen on 24th Oct 2023
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    Warehouse wiring

    I'm converting a warehouse that was an exhibition space into a trampoline park. Need to: - Replace twenty flouro tube lights with LED equivalents - Move six plug sockets 6 inches to the left (currently surface mounted with cabling encased in trunking) Contractor says we need to rip out wiring and start from scratch because: - Current wire is a grey twin and earth that causes excess smoke and is only suitable for domestic. - Current wiring is attached to redundant old pipework and ceiling trusses (4mtrs off the ground) by cable ties. - Some back office wiring is surface mounted and not running inside trunking. He says “even if our electricians test everything and it is ok, if it doesn't meet regs Building Control may not accept it due to the extent of install you are carrying out they may request everything is replaced" Sound like it is necessary or could the existing wiring remain? Site was certified safe with Napit Electrical Installation report in 2018 Ta

    Asked by Matt on 8th Mar 2021
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    Shed consumer unit

    I have carport with consumer unit installed. There is an existing spur run with armoured cable to twin socket in adjacent shed. Sadly there is no lighting circuit. Can I install consumer unit to replace socket and wire lights and couple of socket pairs to replace original spur socket.

    Asked by Paul on 20th May 2024
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    Best companies for pendant lights

    What are the best companies in the UK to purchase pendant lights from?

    Asked by Joyce on 13th Jul 2022
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    Extra electric socket

    I would like to have a double socket installed in a small room/cupboard (7ft x 7ft approx) that has my electricity meter, fuse box etc on 1 of the walls. Is this a reasonably straightforward job and approximately how much would it cost? Any advice and or ballpark figures would be greatly appreciated!

    Asked by Ali on 10th Feb 2020
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    new position of twin socket on wall

    Can a twin socket be fitted on tiled kitchen wall without creating an unsightly mess?

    Asked by Jim on 24th Nov 2023
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    What is a smart video doorbell?

    What is a smart video doorbell? Is it worth getting one and how much do they tend to cost?

    Asked by Michael on 17th Feb 2022
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    Flickering spotlight

    Why does one of our spotlights flicker when the switch is off?

    Asked by Steve on 3rd Sep 2024
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    Electric fault appliances not working

    What would cause appliances / boiler / internet etc not to work but the lights to work. The fuse box switches seem fine

    Asked by Nedra on 27th Mar 2024
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    Can I re-wire my property with minimum disruption and money?

    Hello. We completed the refurbishment of our new home 15 months ago including some new circuits and all new electrical plugs, and light switches. It is ex-council property. We just found out that the electrical system is unsafe and could cause electrocution as there is no earthing in some of the circuits. We have now run out of time and money to do a new wired system and are wondering what direction to take. I am pretty nervous to live in the property considering we have a 5yo daughter. What alternative options could I consider?

    Asked by Chiara on 13th Jun 2025
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