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  • 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?

    Asked by Sam on 9th Dec 2024
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    Constant hum in ground floor apartment

    Hello, We live in a ground floor apartment. When our upstairs neighbour is in (they usually live abroad), a loud hum is audible in all areas of our flat. She did have an electrician come and investigate, which he said the pressure had dropped, however it hasn’t helped. I wonder what it could be / how to go about getting it fixed quickly. Thank you!

    Asked by Georgia on 10th Apr 2026
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    Undercouter fridge off a spur

    I have an undercouter fridge but when it needs to go there are no sockets near. How can I get power too it. The only socket that is near is a light switch

    Asked by Jake on 15th Aug 2023
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    How disruptive is electrical testing?

    Does electrical testing like say a PAT test cause much disruption to a property’s power? During testing, will I be able to use other electrics, etc.?

    Asked by Karen on 18th Jan 2021
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    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?

    Asked by Karen on 16th Jan 2026
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    Mains powered garden lights

    I'd like some permanent outdoor lighting for my garden and decking (not solar or battery as they're too unreliable). What's the easiest way to hook lights and wiring up the mains safely?

    Asked by Patrick on 11th Mar 2023
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    Washing machine in the bathroom

    I would like to add my new washing machine in the bathroom under the boiler. Would be on fused spur. Do I need to put a door in front to isolate or can be left like that visually in the bathroom? Help!!!

    Asked by Daniela on 27th Jul 2022
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    Red and black electrical wires

    If I have red and black wires in my home electric circuits, does that mean the wiring is old?

    Asked by Jenny on 21st Dec 2022
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    How do i find my electrical safety certificate online

    I've lost the original somewhere. Is it online or will the electrician who did it have a copy? Can't get in touch to ask him about it right now

    Asked by Sarath on 31st Jan 2026
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    Replace by date on smoke alarm

    I've just spotted a replace by date on my smoke alarm. I've pressed the test button and it still seems to work. Do I need to replace it or not?

    Asked by Joyce on 15th Mar 2023
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