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    What should I be charging as a domestic job?

    Hi guys. It would be really useful to run this past you and get a consensus/input from you for what would be a realistic amount to charge for an upcoming job I've been offered. I've been asked to quote for a private job, and I'm stuck with what to charge. Most of the stock will be supplied and...
  2. A

    Eicr on domestic property

    I need to do an eicr on a property, but the consumer unit is comercial with contractors on a 3 bed house .is this allowed on a domestic property. I was going to ring my governing body on Monday to ask .has anybody come across this and what was there outcome thanks .
  3. M

    2357 NVQ for Domestic installer

    Hey all, I’m an electricians mate, trying to get fully qualified but struggling. I’ve got my L3 diploma (C&G 8202-30) and 18th edition, I have been looking at starting the 2357 level 3 NVQ made for people with less than 5 years of experience in the trade as I’m coming up to 2 years experience...
  4. M

    Anyone heard of company called Scimark making domestic switches, outlets etc?

    Has anyone heard of company called Scimark making domestic switches, outlets etc? We live in a house built by David Wilson Homes who subcontracted electrical installation to Clarkson Evans. I need to source some replacement 13A 2 gang switched outlets to replace a couple that were originally...
  5. B

    Overhead cables between buildings on domestic property

    Hi all. I've recently bought a bungalow. It currently has a armoured cable between the house and garage which spans less than 1 meter. The height of the cable is 2.3m and directly under this is the side gate to access the back of the property. It's old wiring so will be replaced, but I've had...
  6. D

    Some good news for us Domestic badgers

    https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/gove-to-announce-plans-to-make-home-extensions-and-loft-conversions-easier/ar-AA1edGwu?ocid=msedgntp&cvid=23dcc33669b9421a8551d0d627f30593&ei=8 more work incoming
  7. A

    IR testing in domestic dwelling

    Hi all, Testing question for you. I'm currently testing an existing domestic installation. The wiring is about 20-25 years old. We have rewired some of the older circuits and added newer circuits too. During my insulation resistance test, over two-thirds of my results were coming out at...
  8. B

    Buying a new house - is this too much for a domestic supply?

    Evening, I’ve just put an offer on a house without thinking too much of the electrics. It currently has 2 electric showers and an electric oven. If we buy it I’d like 2 x 16A commando sockets installed in the garage so I can run my air compressor (2.2kW) and MIG welder. I calculated that the...
  9. C

    Charging user for socket

    Does anyone know of a way to replace standard 13a double plug sockets with a version that would connect to a user and charge the user’s account? The sockets are in a communal area and could be used for various activities including car charging or vacuuming etc? I’ve seen pubs use a key fob to...
  10. M

    Reported content: Post in thread 'Domestic - CU arrangement in new house...'

    Post in thread 'Domestic - CU arrangement in new house...' by Matt007 has been reported by Matt007. Reason given: Content being reported:
  11. S

    Service cut out 80 meters away from the installation. Is it OK and Cable Size

    Hi All, I have a client who is developing a plot of land for a single house. Currently, their 100 amp service cut-out is in a cubicle fed by overhead cable, however, this is in the way of the build. Rather than having the cubicle moved before the build and then again once the build is...
  12. S

    Economy and business activity for domestic electricians

    Hi Everyone How are self employed people finding business lately? I feel like things have slowed down a bit. I've recently moved though and seasonally maybe things are slower. How do others feel, is business ticking over ok? Cheers.
  13. A

    Transition from Electrical Engineer/technician to Domestic Electrician

    I am currently employed by the RAF as an Electrical Engineer/Technician, but I'm interested in going down the route of a domestic electrician. I'm wanting to know if anyone else has gone through this transition, and would be able to advise me what the right steps would be in terms of...
  14. D

    Domestic electricity Spain: How to replace old ICP switch in consumer unit?

    Hola! I’m in the process of renovating an apartment in Madrid. The consumer unit is fitted with an old 15amp ICP switch. I believe its function is now handled by the smart meter, so it is redundant. As this is limiting the power available to the property I would like to remove it. My...
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  15. S

    Multiple Domestic Distribution Units - RCD Topology

    Cascaded Distribution Units. Given how cheap populated distribution boards are; i've started to use them for almost every major junction in my home: Domestic Main Distribution Unit >10mm swa > Garage Distribution Unit > 6mm swa >Spa Distribution Unit...
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    Domestic installations

    Hi everyone I’m new here and wanted to ask a question. I want to do some domestic jobs but are currently not registered with a body. I trained a while back and gained C&G level 2&3 in installation,level 3 domestic installation,17th Ed. My question is can I do minor works, issue certificates and...
  17. UKMeterman

    Eicr required Domestic Newport Wales

    I am looking for an Electrician to do an EICR on a small flat in Newport Wales
  18. L

    Anyone here do domestic installations for EDF?

    Hello all. I'm just looking for a bit of advice regarding our meter. EDF keep badgering us to have a smart meter fitted, and they recently changed tack and said our current meter needs replacing as they are duty bound to make sure our meter is reliable. I know a smart meter is not mandatory...
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    Reported content: Post in thread 'Domestic - RCD tripping- earth neutral fault'

    Post in thread 'Domestic - RCD tripping- earth neutral fault' by Guest has been reported by Jack898989. Reason given: Content being reported:
  20. sythai

    Grade A... fire detection/ domestic property !?

    Hi Guys Recently finished a new build house, 2 levels/ 5 bed. Wired AICO grade D LD2 system throughout. LABC has come to sign off saying needs to be grade A system. Havent got full details, just to chatted to builder (owner of property) on phone. Did only think this was required on a domestic...

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