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    UK Diy, installing a media wall, adding 4 double & 1 single socket, advice on how to wire everything safely & then get an electrician to inspect

    In the UK NICIEC certified electricians can’t sign off other people’s work unless they have carried that work out under instruction and supervised. DIY installers think they can do what an apprenticeship and college approved electricians can do, they will never equal their quality of work. Do it...
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    Have a 2 plug socket in bedroom. Want to plug in 4 plugs from hifi stack system and one from electric heater via a 10 plug extension lead.

    Hello, Please never use a heater from an extension lead as generally they are not rated for this and are a big fire risk, extremely dangerous. So plug heater directly into wall socket only. A socket is designed for 13A maximum load. Hifi equipment generally is low load so it should be ok...
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    New EICR - editable PDF certs

    Thank you
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    Earth Leakage Clamp Meter

    I have the same meter and had no issues works great. Worthwhile in any tool bag
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    Sockets on a radial circuit

    Another consideration should be what’s the expected earth leakage on that circuit.
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    Fusebox consumers units

    I purchase my Fusebox CU's from Mastertrade Supplies | Electrical Wholesaler - https://mastertrade.co.uk/ great service and can't fault these boards for the price so far.
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    Would you get a rewire done if there's nothing wrong with the old stuff?

    If its only lighting control that is the problem suggest change to Quinetic or similar type products far easier than rewiring. However if you are doing it to gain additional experience then go for it. Suggest spend your money on the consumer unit and upgrade to RCBO's or even some ARC...
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    Regulations/Law on fire exit/escape route lighting.....

    Hi Mark, Cheapest option is to get a set of drawings, photos and send them to a lighting company to price up as a project. Fire officer can also be useful. Remember you have to provide safe passage away from the building too not just inside. Buying the regs is also worthwhile especially if you...
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    Not a car ? but a Boat ?

    Suggest look at the lumin output too. Non all 9w lamps are created equal you get what you pay. Plus the quality of light is also a major consideration. Have you considered adding red light internal to protect your night vision with another set of lights or having a dual led fitting. What sort of...
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    Running sockets and lights outside

    Hello, assume the fused spur to lights has a 3A fuse fitted. Sockets on a 13A fused spur and supplying circuit has 30mA RCD fitted. Do you have a test certificate for this work? Out of interest what’s the total length of cable used. Thanks
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    Sign off

    Hi where are you based? I’m sure there is an electrician here who could support you through the project. Hope all go’s well.
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    Sign off other people's work

    Never would sign off someone else’s work. Plus my insurance company would not cover it, does yours?
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    Light Switches in Bathrooms

    Another option is use quinetic switch no wires = no problem. Your electrician should be happy with that. Good luck.
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    Wish anyone bought stuff

    Purchased some Makita stuff and some clone batteries so far so good. Impact driver is incredible, fantastic value not sure if it’s a copy. Delivery takes a few weeks but worth it.
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    Multifunctional Testers - Which one have you got and how long has it lasted?

    Fluke 1664FC superb tester. Used various testers over the last 30 years but I’m happiest when using my trusted Fluke. Plus they have the best cases in my opinion.
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    Moving from design into domestic install

    Practice makes perfect go for it, don’t be put off. Gaining practical experience will make you an even better designer. Work within your skill level and understanding and get a mentor that you can work with occasionally. Make sure you get insurance and ideally register with one of the schemes...
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    Economical DBs

    Have you considered Eaton?
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    Remote switch for external security lights

    Have a look at https://www.quinetic.co.uk/
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    Advice needed: Remote switch?

    Quinetic, Rako or Control4 for me. Depending on level of lighting controls and final integration required.
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    Can I carry out commercial work?

    If you are electrically competent to carry out the work and to correctly test it and have appropriate insurance in place to carry out that particular aspect of electrical work I believe that is sufficient. Well done on the courses and never stop learning. Best wishes through these strange times.

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