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Hi all Looked at a basic wiring set-up with programmer (dual channel), mid position valve, cylinder stat (no room stat) and Keston boiler. Heating engineer stumped so I had a look. If CH is selected at programmer the boiler fires as it should; when CH is set to off - the boiler remains on...

I'm after a supplier of decorative metal conduit/accessories. I need to install a few switch drops in an old stone built house. Would like to find something like an antique copper finish (or anything - other than black or galvanised). Any ideas anyone? Cheers all.

I'm pretty certain I saw a product recently that lines the hole cut in a weak/plasterboard ceiling for a downlight. Anyone know what I'm on about?

Anyone know of a supplier of insulated screwdrivers to fit the recessed RCBO terminals?

I have a customer who wants surge protection at their property (following a talk at work by an NICEIC engineer). Not something I've fitted in a domestic environment; however I notice NICEIC are peddling these units - NICEIC - approving excellence Are these designed to install between the...

At a property fitting some boiler control wiring and discovered that the old ELCB was suspect. Then discovered a fault on a socket - Neutral and CPC swapped. Why didn't the ELCB trip? The home owner has been using the socket for his PC, monitor and printer etc for years apparently with no...

I've just discovered a job where I've not registered the work via BRCS - what's the procedure. Job was 6 months ago?

I need to override a photocell as and when required - presume I need a three position switch: terminal 1 to photocell/terminal 2 lights on/terminal 3 empty (lights off). Can't find a 3 postion switch to suit a domestic situation - only retractive switches? Anyone got any idea what I'm after?

I usually use the NICEIC circuit ID stickers for new installs/CU changes - just wondering what everyone does when adding a new circuit (where there are no previous records)? Do you leave a sticker and just fill in the details of your new circuit?

Need some nylon screws - use them when no cpc in lighting circuit/metal back boxes. Anyone know where to get some that doesn't require buying 1000 minimum?

Installed metal back boxes and cabling into walls of outhouse conversion - went back today and customer has increased depth of celotex on walls to 100mm (was 25mm)! All boarded and skimmed. I had to cut board to find outlets. Issue is - I can't bring back boxes forward as I can't get behind...

Have these types of CU got a particular name? Originally fused neutrals to LHS (now linked through).

Does anyone have any sources of info etc for solar water heating - I need a diagram or two to get my head around the wiring aspect.

I've been asked by a customer about lighting within his fireplace. There is a wood burning stove in situ that is used, with metal flue passing up through metal register plate. Currently there are pygmy lamp fittings in the alcoves (shelves) on either side of the fireplace. He's thinking of...

Do any of the newer MEM/Eaton rcbos fit in a MEM2000AD board? Or do I have to fit AD rcbos?

I've got a job coming up to replace 5 small boards with a larger distribution board in a 4 storey shop. There are track and down-lights throughout. No RCD/ RCBO at the moment. What kind of protective devices/ circuit arrangements do others use to try and minimise disruption when RCD/ RCBO trips...

Following on from my CAT7 questions - another related issue. I need to run an HDMI cable to a TV above a fireplace (unused). Can't go staight up so have to come up in corner of chimney breast and around (if you see what I mean). What's best way to do this? Also I want to terminate in back-box...

Is it possible to use CAT7 to distribute TV/ satellite signals etc? I've been asked to finish a rewire off (builders disappeared), and customer has CAT7 cable run throughout property - there's no co-ax/ TV outlets. Some guidance as to what is possible would be much appreciated. Also - anyone...

I need to get a supply to a steel shipping container (used as storage) for a customer. Not something I've done before - anyone got any tips or relevant links? For instance, what's best method of fixing accessories/ lighting etc; where's the best access point to feed the SWA in? It will be fed...

I'm installing Warmup UFH mat system (6 sq m @ 150W/m), and using the new 3ie thermostat. My question is: the thermostat is going to be installed about 750mm below consumer unit on kitchen wall - would you still fit a fused spur as an isolator? Total load 900W; via a 6A 60898. Thoughts please...