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    Being billed for extra work?

    Hi guys. I had an electrician who came out, because there was a fault in the system. £180 for the emergency call out. Then I was quoted £750 (if paid in cash) else £900 for by bank transfer/invoice. fusebox was placed with a PCB one. 2 faults were identified in the circuit, necessitating a...
  2. C

    I Need Work Committed trainee looking for a chance

    Hello everyone, My name is Charles and I’m located in Canterbury, Kent. I’m 27, 5 years previous military experience and 5 and a half years electrical experience on the DNO/energy suppliers side installing meters, economy 7 off peak heating contactors, isolators, etc. I’m currently studying my...
  3. Mingi7

    Off-peak heater doesn't work

    Hi, My flat uses an Economy 7 tariff. When I use the boost heater, it works fine. But the off-peak water heater doesn't heat up the water overnight. The bottom element on the tank connects the off-peak switch and I've tested there is no electricity in this wire during the night. I'm not sure...
  4. P

    Will a hybrid inverter and lifepo4 battery work as UPS?

    I live in the Philippines where the power is bad, we have constant outages and when it does work the voltage ranges from 160-255v and the hz ranges from 52-65. I had a UPS which I had replaced the battery with a bigger one but it finally blew up and now I have nothing as a backup and before I...
  5. W

    Will this work? (For connecting 50 amp RV outlet to dryer)

    I'm a DIY'er helping a friend connect a 220v dryer to a 50 amp RV outlet. The dryer has a Nema 10-30R plug and is in a shed about 4 feet from the 50 amp outlet. I'm thinking about getting this cord to plug into the 50 amp outlet: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08WM3NRT1 And connect that to...
  6. Jtpeek

    Will this work to add a second switch to a fixture?

    I have a light that runs off a single switch. In the same box as the single switch there is a now abandoned three wire cable running to another box on other side of room (don’t ask me why they had two switches connect to each other but not to any fixtures..). In the other box there is now only...
  7. Charlie_Don't_Surf

    I Need Work Looking for work experience / offering my time for free. Leicester based but will travel

    Hi, I'm looking to shadow/assist electricians working within a fifty mile radius of Leicester (i.e. Stoke on Trent / Mansfield / Peterborough / MK / Birmingham - although ideally the closer to Leicester the better). Just really keen to get work experience even if it means travelling. At...
  8. SGTipple

    Notifiable work options

    Hi all, I am fully qualified to 18th edition, hold a current JIB card and 2391. I’m currently working in a college however I want to explore my options for my spare time, what are my only options if I was to carry out any notifiable work I.e cu change/ new circuit etc… Before this job, I...
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    What 20v plug/adapter will work with Blaupunkt sound bar?

    Hi - I'm not sure if this is the right forum for this. (Blame Google search). I've recently moved house and have lost the power adapter for a Blaupunkt sound bar. It worked perfectly when i was in my flat but I no longer have the power adapter. The model number is BP-SB60-1. with what's...
  10. A

    Help Bathroom light won't work

    Hi this is confusing me I am not sure what the 2 black wires should be doing My light won't connnect Many thanks
  11. D

    RCCB Tripping, after some reno work

    Hi guys. Looking for some advice. I’ve had some building work done. 1. Outhouse. The wiring internally was changed but the wiring from the house to the outhouse is the same. All electrics working okay in there. 2. Conservatory built. Wiring is in however it is not connected up yet so no...
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    Star delta Pump motor - Doesn't work clockwise but Works anticlockwise

    Hi I'm having a problem with a 20 HP pump motor from a hydraulic press to try molds. When we energized the machine, it starts with star correctly but when it changes to delta, pump motor stops. The breaker doesn't strip and fuses were ok. Video (clockwise rotation)...
  13. Delano_Stagg

    Changed New Light Switch (and old switch) Won't Work

    Hi everyone, After much swearing and cursing (I hope the neighbours didn't hear) I've come online for some help. We have a dimmer switch in the kitchen and my wife wanted a simple on/off switch instead. Obviously, I switched off the circuit for downstairs. Then, I unscrewed it and took a photo...
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    I Need Work electrician mate job

    Hi everyone, looking for work as an electrician mate in Brent, Barnet, north London and Central area in London. I've recently worked as a Labourer whilst doing my studies for a year trying to gain some site experience. I've been calling a lot of electricians sending emails out still no one...
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    I Need Work Looking for improver work in the London, Essex, or Hertfordshire areas

    Hi all, 40 years old and currently working 3-4 days a week with an electrical firm. I really enjoy the work however, the type of work undertaken is unlikely to fit the criteria required to complete the NVQ portfolio I'm currently working towards, hence the reason I'm looking for work elsewhere...
  16. D

    I Need Work Electrical Jobs across multiple locations

    Job Title - Electrical Engineer Location - Surrey, Hampshire, Greater London, South East Role summary Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Contract Salary: £34,000 – 50,000+ OTI per year Call - 02036407075 To work on various projects across West London and surrounding areas. You will be a key...

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