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Can you get a new fusebox fitted and/or a house rewired on a payment plan if you are on a low income or a pension?
Asked by Jenny Moorton‘Care & Repair’ organisations can help find funds to improve electrical safety in the home if...
View full answerHow long does it take for an electrician to carry out the inspection required for private landlord checks?
Asked by EricPrivate landlords must legally have checks carried out on the installation in their rental proper...
View full answerI am a landlord and need to get the electrics checked in my rental property. How much will it cost me?
Asked by PennyThe cost for a periodic inspection on the electrical installation will understandably differ depe...
View full answerWhat certificate should be issued if we have had new floodlights installed?
Asked by Warren LaneIt is recommended that maintenance work like this should be recorded on a Minor Works Certificate...
View full answerCan I replace what I think is a DC transformer in my fusebox with an AC transformer to get my Ring doorbell working with existing chimes?
Asked by Bob WaltonWe strongly advise using a registered electrician to carry out this work. You can find one here....
View full answerCan you use a 60 amp breaker in a 50 amp slot?
Asked by Steve McCartneyThe distribution board/switchgear will specify the maximum rating of circuit-breaker that can be...
View full answerIs a certificate required for the installation of outdoor lighting and security cameras?
Asked by SuzanneYes – the electrician should issue an Electrical Installation Certificate for the outdoor lightin...
View full answerI have had an EICR done for a property I rent. It has been given C3 codes only. However the "Summary of Condition of Instillation" is Unsatisfactory. Is this possible?
Asked by simon jonesA C3 code is an indication that improvement is recommended. The electrician will make a judgement...
View full answerAfter a periodic inspection of the electrical installation in your home, the electrician will iss...
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