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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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    Outdoor spotlight

    I am enquiring to see how much it would cost for a spotlight to be fitted in my back garden on a bungalow wall a LED flood light

    Asked by Richard on 1st Mar 2023
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    Price to fit/change new electrical fittings

    Looking for advice on a price and timescale for the following: 23 light fittings to fit- all internal ( 7 ceiling roses/10 ceiling lights/6 wall lights)- Wiring present but need mounting and wiring 28 socket faces to change - Will need some plaster knocking out around backboxes due to new plaster 19 light switch faces to change - Will need some plaster knocking out around backboxes due to new plaster Sockets and switches are like for like, I have bought all the fittings.

    Asked by Joe on 13th Jan 2025
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    What decibel level should I expect from my extractor?

    What is a reasonable decibel level to expect from a kitchen extractor fan and why?

    Asked by Karen on 10th May 2022
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    Are surge-protection extension leads necessary?

    If my electrics and consumer unit are up to date, do I still need surge-protection on an extension lead?

    Asked by carole on 29th Sep 2022
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    DC vs AC

    What are the differences between DC and AC?

    Asked by Jenny on 23rd Oct 2022
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    String inverter vs micro inverters for solar panels

    Which is a better option for solar panels, a string inverter or micro inverters?

    Asked by Patrick on 27th Oct 2022
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