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  1. R

    1kw system on new build

    Hi all, Just been asked to install a new system on a new build to satisfy building control. I done my 2399 about 6months ago but am not yet mcs as looking for a job to do and then use for my assessment. My question is am I allowed to do this job then use it for my assessment?? The client...
  2. G

    new build outside light

    Hello, What is the correct way of running the cable for an outside light as per regulations and good practice? I have a timber frame building with a 50mm cavity and outer leaf brick work. Is it okay to run the cable from the loft, down the cavity and through a hole in the brick work? or could...
    • GPack
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    • build light new new build outside outside light
    • Replies: 31
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  3. T

    New build brush up on regs

    Hi haven't done new build for a while last time I done one it was 25 % low energy and fitting could only use low energy lamps, I know it's 75 % and I think you can use normal fitting as long as a low energy lamp is fitted My questions is if I fit a gu10 downlights what led lamp can be used I...
  4. C

    New Build Flats Pricing Thoughts

    Hey guys, Whats your views on the price for a block of new build 2 bed flats to a standard housing association spec? 1 bed room is en suite? Labour only for 1st and 2nd fix and then a ground to 3rd floor (4 floors total) communal staircase and passage ways!? Thoughts would be appreciated?
    • craig1000
    • Thread
    • build communal flats floor floors ground new new build pricing thoughts
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Electrician Talk
  5. S

    new supply for new build

    Hi all Been asked to help fill in the form required to get a new supply to a 3 detached new build I was going to ask for a 100 amp supply but they also ask for a kva figure How do I go about working this figure out Thanks in advance
    • spurs1980
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    • build new new build supply
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  6. K

    New build domestic as an apprentice or Telecom ac/dc exchange as a mate. Any advice?

    Hi everyone wondering if anyone can give me any advice, I have a final interview this week for an electrical apprenticeship and have been offered to work as a mate on telecom electrical installations ac/dc exchange systems working with DC electricity at 50V, inverters and rectifiers among three...
    • kage85
    • Thread
    • advice apprentice apprenticeship build domestic employed mate new new build
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Domestic Electrician Forum
  7. P

    advice on insurance job for new build thatched cottage

    Hi I am attending a meeting soon to discuss the requirements for a rebuild (burnt down) of a 3 bed, 2 storey thatched cottage. A person from the bank will be there aswell to discuss money, along with the architect and builder. As this is new to me does anyone have any advice on conduct and...
    • poheZ
    • Thread
    • advice build electrical work insurance job new new build
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. P

    EPC on a new build?

    Is an EPC required if solar is going on a new build? Thanks Tom
  9. D

    Price per point, new build, london area

    Hi lads just doing a quote for some newbuild flats just outside the M25 (mainly studwork internal walls by the looks of it) and wondered what the going rate is for a socket/switch/FCU etc Ive currently gone with £50 per point but the total has come in pretty high and im thinking of dropping...
    • Dave 85
    • Thread
    • area build double electricians london london new new build point price
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Business Related
  10. D

    Price per point, new build, london area

    Hi lads just doing a quote for some newbuild flats just outside the M25 (mainly studwork internal walls by the looks of it) and wondered what the going rate is for a socket/switch/FCU etc Ive currently gone with £50 per point but the total has come in pretty high and im thinking of dropping it...
    • Dave 85
    • Thread
    • area build electricians london happy london new new build point price
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  11. T

    New Build Housing Project

    New build housing project in the middle of a very hot summer (anyone remember both those things?) so everything is bone dry. One of your colleagues did the first and second fix so you have the job of testing IR is down just under 2 meg. Discuss.
  12. M

    New build

    Hi all Got to price for a new build bloke of 3 flats. irst time I have quoted a new build so was thinking three days first fix and two days secound fix does this sound about right? The flats are two bedroom with three sockets in each room and centre light just basics really nothing fancy. I...
  13. B

    2 way Master Dimmer Light switch and Slave Dimmer Wiring New Build House

    Hi all, I was hoping for some advise on wiring the above switches, I have knowledge of vehicle electrics etc but didnt want to attempt this before speaking with you guys for guidance. My house is a new build (2 years old) I have a ceiling light in my living room with 2 seperate switches...
    • bridger80
    • Thread
    • 2 way build dimmer house light light switch master new new build slave switch wiring
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  14. D

    New Build Responsibilities

    Hi all, Could someone please advise me whose responsibility it is for connecting main BT point on new build, also where would you say is the ideal place for putting all aerial cables and boosters, just having a little dispute with builder, thanks guys
  15. C

    New build housing pricing help

    Hi all, Have been given an opportunity to price for a new build housing development. Not an area I have much experience in & was wondering peoples thoughts etc on hours per first fix & 2nd fix for a standard 3 bed property? & what sort of charge out rate to apply?
    • craig1000
    • Thread
    • build housing new new build price pricing property standard
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. S

    New build Regs

    Doing a new build now (conversion from House to flats), just got a few questions Supplementary Bonding - using a 17th ed CU with 30mA RCD - Main bonding at origin of water and gas - Supplementary Bonding yes or no? Meter Tails- Meter tails are on show in meter cupboard downstairs and running...
    • Spazz
    • Thread
    • build new new build regs regulations
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  17. S

    New Build Contract

    I have just had a quote excepted for the wiring of a conversion of a block of flats, has anyone got a template for a written contract between electrician and customer please? If anyone can help me with this please pm me Thanks in advanced
    • Spazz
    • Thread
    • build contract new new build
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. B

    110 metre submain for 4/5 bed new build?

    What size swa would be needed for a 4/5 bed new build property submain burried direct in ground?
    • BillyH
    • Thread
    • build metre new new build submain
    • Replies: 28
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. 1

    new build parting wall

    Do current building regulations allow you to chop into a parting wall on a new build e.g a 47mm box for a cooker outlet ? Would it still pass building control ?
  20. S

    New Build - Dangerous Electrics

    Just been to a property (new build) and saw this: Full list of problems: · The outlet pipe from the toilets terminates in the attic directly next to the extractor fans for both bathrooms, the condensation from this pipe has leaked all into the extractor fans where a puddle had formed –...
    • Spazz
    • Thread
    • build dangerous electric electrical electrics new new build
    • Replies: 50
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum

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