Covid Shielding and Rewire.

[Ziggie]

Have I missed something? Where does it state that wood CU's are 'illegal'?

BS7671 states "Existing installations that have been installed in accordance with earlier editions of the Regulations may not comply with this edition in every respect. This does not necessarily mean that they are unsafe for continued use or require upgrading."

Sorry my mistake. I saw something that stated that this was being enforced as an exception to the rule. Checking now, I agree and I’m pleased because I have one!

 

[Diytim]

My Friend has an ex council house (owned privately) that has recently been tested by the Local council ( its on a council estate that all the other properties have been identified as needing refurbishment.) The electrical installation is approx 40 years old and has been identified as out of date (not condemned) by the councils electrical report (which he does not have). The council are trying to force him to rewire although his mother is shielding. Can they do this legally?

No, these are recommended only.