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Hi, just wondered what you guys think are the best make domestic wired alarm systems out there, as there are so many? Also are there only certain brands that can be configured into home automation / networking systems? Just after some opinions from the more experienced members. Thanks

I am interested in setting up a home network, with computer points! Can I link CCTV and other stuff into it, like tv, security alarm etc! Can u run sky at through it? Do I need both a data and a phone point at each point, or is this dependent on what will be required at the point? Is cat5...

Hi. Happy new year to all! I am a fully qualified electrician, and I am looking to expand my knowledge and services this year. I am self employed and basically jut do power and lighting, telephone and tv aerials. However, I would like to learn CCTV. I am looking to install some cameras on my...

Hi, got a 3 phase transformer on a construction site (office refurb) fed by 6mm swa, form an old 3 phase d/b. Should the swa to the transformer be rcd protected or not, the regs are not really clear on this? The cable is tied up and taped with caution markings. Thanks Craig

HI Guys. Got my first lived in rewire coming up, so after some help on how to go about it. I am a fully qualified electrician, but only do commercial and industrial work. I have done one other rewire, byt it was vacant, so i just killed the whole house and ripped everything out no problems...

Hi guys, I am looking to start my own website but have no idea how to. I know I need to purchase and address but i don't know were the best place to do this is, and were to go from there. Please could you point me in the right direction and give me some advice? Thanks Craig

Hi guys looking to install a new intruder alarm in my house, i want 5 detectors / sensors and to key pads ( 1 by the front door and 1 at the top of the stairs), but don't really know much about alarm systems. Just wondered if wireless or normal alrarms are best and what are good brands of...

Hi guys, I have been asked to install a thermostat on a friends boiler, i have noe experience with boilers at all, I am simply an installation electrician. Haven't had a look at the boiler yet so dont know what it is or what thermostat he is buying, but just wondered how difficult it could be...

Hi Guys, does anyone advertise their business on any free websites, if so which ones do you recommend? I am trying to get as much exposure as possible for my new business. Thanks Craig

Hi guys, trying to build an invoice, what information and things fo you guys include on yours Thanks Craig

Hi guys I am after some help. Looking to go it alone later next year, I am currently trying to put some water tight terms and conditions together, can anyone email me some that I can use to modify for my own use. Any help is much appreciated. Many Thanks Craig

Just bought myself a scutch chisel off ebay (recommended for chasing out by a friend). Any way the combs are double sided, havent used the chisel yet but am wondering how the combs stay in, as they don't seem to sit in very well. The make was JPJ tools. Does anyone else have one of these...

Hi need some advice please. Job is to feed 3 sofit spotlights and 2 security lights form garage, as this is best route. Current set up is 2.5mm t&e to 13amp fcu, form this is what looks like a 2.5mm 3 core swa (possible 1.5mm) to an adaptable box in the garage (high level on wall), this...

Got a job to fit 3 mains downlights in a sofit above a garage. Problem is the void is only 100mm deep, have been looking on web for some ip rated downlights, but most state 125mm needed. Does anyone now of any ip rated 230v downlights that need a void less than 100mm, and where i can get...

Hi guys. when doing spots / downlights in a living room and you can't get access under the floor boards above, how do you guys go a bout installing them? How do you miss or even pass through joists? Got 12 to fit, 4 rows of 3, exisitng cileing rose in centre of room. They are mains 230v, but...

Hi guys installing a new hob and oven for my dad tomorrow, exisitng one is outdated to say the least. Induction hob is 6200W and oven is 2500W. so calculated 38A for both. Existing cable is 6mm, so think that is fine. current set up a bit of a mess! So from cooker switch I am going to run...

Looking for some fire rated downlighters / spots (chrome) any suggestiuons on which ones and were to g et them. Looking at best value for money? So many out there which do you think are the best? Also need some Ip rated downlights / spots for outside use around a porch, again which do you...

Hi guys. Am looking for a hole saw kit, got a few jobs coming up involving spotlights / downlights. Just wondered what are the most common size holesaws you guys use for spots and downlights? Looking to get a few bigish ones to cover different size fittings. Thanks Craig

I am a trainee electrician and read the forum to help me learn stuff that I don't currently learn on site. As the firm i work for only does commercial and industrial work, i have no real domestic experiance. I have just been reading about extending tails using SWA, i.e when a board has to be...

Hi, I am trying to teach myself how to wire and connect emergency light circuits. The guy I work with is not really interested in explaining things properly, so I am asking the forum for some knowledge (as I am a trainee still). I know some of the basics, but just wondered how you guys wire...