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  • advice on fitting one or two solar panels fitted on a small balcony

    My partner and I would love to have one or two solar panels fitted to our apartment. We have a small balcony. Is it possible to have some small panels installed here? And will we need planning permission?

    Asked by Catherine on 18th Aug 2020
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    Electric fireplace recommendations

    What are the most realistic electric fires on the market? And are they easy to install or should an electrician, do it?

    Asked by Karen on 1st Dec 2022
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    Fuse box tripping

    If my fuse box keeps tripping off, do I need a new fuse box or new fuse if there's more than 1 switch flipping off?

    Asked by Melissa on 28th Feb 2025
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    Earth wire ponder

    I have a earth wire inside my property that’s connected to the main water supply into the property, it goes around the kitchen though a couple of walls and is connected to a pipe were the old gas meter was ( gas meter has been removed and is now outside ) can I remove it ?

    Asked by Andy on 10th Feb 2025
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    Outdoor sockets with timers

    Can anyone recommend a decent waterproof outdoor socket with a timer that isn't likely to jam? It's mainly for use with Christmas lights and possibly for watering the garden in summer.

    Asked by Akinfolayan on 17th Nov 2022
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    House alarm repair

    Is it possible to get someone to let me know if my house alarm can be repaired without charging a call out fee

    Asked by Tracey on 31st May 2024
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    Electrical report for delapidations schedule

    How much should it cost to obtain an electrical report on a 1080 sq ft office as part of a delaps report?

    Asked by Alexandra on 22nd Jun 2021
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    Using a detector to find wires in walls

    I'm using a wire and pipe detection device to find wires in the wall before I put up shelves but it's beeping constantly. What am I doing wrong?

    Asked by June on 10th Oct 2022
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    Switching plastic switches for metal ones

    If I swap out my basic plastic light switches and sockets for metal ones, will they need anything extra?

    Asked by Harry on 25th Nov 2022
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    Electric fence energiser

    If youre getting an electric fence installed, should the energiser actually be more powerful than what I think I’ll need?

    Asked by Akinfolayan on 4th Nov 2020
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