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Amused me while bored today. One for the DIYers ; \ LiveLeak.com - There I Fixed It: Part Tre

Broken fuse carrier. Domestic.

Hi guys, Posting this here as it's a question I should probably know the answer to. We all know the effects on 2-way switching with some energy efficient lamps flickering. Just a query as to whether it is going to cause problems to it's operation if a 150w PIR halogen floodlight is controlled...

Evening Gents, Don't often ask for help on a job just need some advice to prove that I'm not going mad. Got called to a house tonight where the client complained of receiving shocks from a light switch (plastic). After an attempted demonstration which resulted in me nearly rugby tackling the...

Non-fatal apparently LiveLeak.com - arc flash electrocution

Why do cats feel the need to pee on sockets? Are they somehow drawn in by an agitated flow of electrons? And why do cat owners find their pets disgusting behaviour hilarious even though they have been without a ring final for 48 hours because of it? Any solution welcome, may suggest IP56 sockets...

Domestic installation as seen today

Guys quick question regrading niceic registration. Checked the fee sheet and it mentions a direct debit payment reduction. Can the yearly fee be staggered monthly or is it still payable in one chunk?

Quick question ; does anybody know if you can you buy the labels regarding lighting having no cpc, and that only class II fittings are to be used? Are they available from wholesalers? Couldn't find on cef website. Or do you have to write up your own on a blank label. Cheers guys.

A PIR from 2009. Needless to say a few points were raised. No screws attaching either fusebox, meter hanging off wall. Wish i'd have taken moe pics from past jobs but ususally too gobsmacked to think of getting the camera out!

Ok bit of a bone question and I apologise for this. I am currently employed and looking to start out on my own I have no quarms with the assessment itself but am concerned with the jobs to be assessed. As I am employed I do not wish to commence just yet seeking business due to conflict of...

Evening guys just wanting some opinions on peb installation. Topic arose at work today over whether is was ok or not to clip direct 10mm peb conductors on outside Walls or whether mechanical protection was required (ie pvc conduit). Referring to domestic installs. ---------- Post Auto-Merged at...

After repeated calls to numerous properties concerning GU10 lamps blowing in down lights and ceiling lights, various reasons have been circulated around my firm as to why this happens. The lamps are rated at 240v and allowing for nominal voltage tolerances the reason in my opinion seems to be...

Hi, just joined so thought I would introduce myself. Been qualified as an electrician for six years currently working for a large company as a stand alone sparky working on breakdowns, fault finding, installation, solar pv and testing and inspection. In the process of setting up my own company...