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How many smoke alarms do I need?
Asked by SimoneThere should be a minimum of one smoke alarm per floor with a heat detector in the kitchen. You shou...
View full answerAn electrician has completed some remedial works and has been paid but has not provided me with an EICR. What do I do?
Asked by Margaret SenleyFor any EICR checks the EICRs should be provided soon after the inspection and test, normally within...
View full answerHow often should a house be rewired?
Asked by HelenIt is recommended that a periodic inspection is carried out by a registered electrician at least eve...
View full answerWhat is a MCB?
Asked by PeterCommonly known as a circuit breaker. An MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker) is an automatic protective d...
View full answerHow can I check if my electrics are safe?
Asked by Diana de GruytherIf a property is more than 30 years old and has the original wiring, it is likely to need updating, ...
View full answerThe electrician who conducted the EICR should have been given to you in-person when the checks were ...
View full answerMy house had an EICR certificate back in 2010 but l cant find it, where might it be available?
Asked by Peter SmithsonThe electrician who conducted the EICR should have been given to you in-person when the checks were ...
View full answerWhat to do if an electrician is holding back an electrical certificate after payment?
Asked by Simon PooleFor any EICR checks the EICRs should be provided soon after the inspection and test, normally within...
View full answerWho do I contact about an electrician who has done work and charged me for an EICR and not provided with one?
Asked by Bharti ChavdaThey should have been given to you in-person when the checks were carried out. However, if you have ...
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