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  1. paul b b

    Ceiling Rose To Downlights

    I would like to see insurance companys refusing payouts on fires etc... caused by sub standard installs! if people thought this then they would think twice about doing it themselves.
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    Installing A New Light Switch (Connections)

    yep, my mistake! teach me to have a quick peek and not read it properly
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    Installing A New Light Switch (Connections)

    first of all...earth, has the new faceplat got an earth terminal? if yes the connect it there if not then connect it into the metal back box. the switch you are changing has strappers in, can you take a photo of the cables in the other switch, by the looks of if it you do need a N and if your...
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    £800 Worth Of C.k Sidecutters To Be Won!

    Thanks for the new screwdrivers C.K!!!
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    Scrap

    proberly been posted already but saw yesterday in the local rag that cash for scrap has been banned. looks like May have to put it through the books now :'(
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    Is Something Is Going Wrong Here...?

    I've noticed the decline in questions being asked, i always find reading someone else's fault invaluable learning so im ready if i get the problem. On the new lay out....i thinks its ok! Works well on my phone and laptop! I don't use other site personally because i found some people helpful in...
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    New Batteries For Dewalt

    hi all, My 12v stuff is all dead but not really wanting to get new ones, i can replace the inside but can someone send me a link to the correct cells i need to purchace. many thanks Paul
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    Problem With Pull-Cord Switch

    sounds like a bit of a dodgy swithch to me, though to be honest i dont see the point in switching it off, i just leave it on.
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    Borrowed Neutral Testing

    Dave...I've found the easiest way of finding it is use the wander lead from the N of the downstairs lights...the problem is normally on the hall/landing...so go there first...switches and fittings.. Last time i had a borrowed N on a cu change customer did not want it sorting so i put the lights...
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    Borrowed Neutral Testing

    Dave... You need to test continuity from the N in the cu to the N in the switch..so wander lead ( or a roll of 1mm) is needed.
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    Check A Trade

    Thanks guys..im a bit of a sceptic tbh but they do checks and ask for prev customer details to get references etc..so better than rated people.
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    Check A Trade

    I can hear the guns being loaded ready to shoot me down in a blaze of glory! I know there has been a lot about rated people etc... Just wondering if any one is with check a trade abd if there any good?? Ouch...stop shooting already!!!
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    4Mm Radial Off Ring Cct

    I had an unbalanced ring last week, though that's another story!!
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    Invoice Template

    thanks monkey, have pm'd you thanks for you help guys
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