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We recommend where possible to plug appliances directly into socket-outlets rather than via extensio...
View full answerMy fridge carries 3 wires brawn, blue and yellow with light blue stripe. Which wire is neutral. Thanks?
Asked by chinedu GeorgeThe neutral wire is blue
View full answerIs it bad to plug a extension lead into extension lead?
Asked by DestinyIt is bad practice to do this and should never be done as this presents a serious risk that the wall...
View full answerThere should be a minimum of one smoke alarm per floor with a heat detector in the kitchen. You shou...
View full answerCan you plug an extension lead into an extension lead?
Asked by ClausIt is bad practice to do this and should never be done as this presents a serious risk that the wall...
View full answerHow do you reset a surge protector 10 gang extension?
Asked by Allen ReesSurge protectors (MOVs) in extension leads are generally self-resetting devices. If the extension le...
View full answerDoes a 1980s house need rewiring?
Asked by Rory GerrardIt depends on its condition rather than its age, if it has been tested and is in good condition and ...
View full answerHow can I find out if an EICR has been carried out on a property in the last 5 years?
Asked by Nicky BirdFor privately rented properties, your landlord or letting agent should have given you a copy of an E...
View full answerIs it possible to download an EICR?
Asked by Lex HanfordCurrently, it is not possible to download an EICR. The electrician who conducted the EICR should hav...
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