Recent content by leerichards3500

Hi Tony Thank you for your reply. Can you please explain your point about regulations and the use of an independent stat and time control? Can these controls be installed now, using wireless technology? Regards Lee

Hello Ive just had a conservatory built and opted for two stelrad radiators to be fitted to the existing heating system. I did all the research and have slightly over sized the radiators which are currently working really well (Fitted proffessionally). I always knew that a sore point when...

Hello The 1" was taken from the opposite side of the door to where the handle/lock was fitted. Please see photos. It was the carpenters idea, as we needed to take 1" of the door for it to fit! Thanks

Failed Mortice Joint

Hello Im clutching at straws here, but i wondered if there was anybody that could shed a little light on a nasty liittle situation i find myself in concerning a newly hung door? The door in question was purchased from the larger of the DIY stores and although did not cost the earth, it was...

Hi I have not bought it yet, but was going to get it from Screfix. I will get the next size up now. Cheers for the advice lee

Hi Thank you very much for your help. Yeah, the cable does reach inside the outbuilding, although after its point of entry only manages about 1.3 metres up the wall. so, i will go with the twin and earth option, as explained above. I have purchased a plastic adaptable box and will convert the...

Any ideas on the extension of the supply SWA? Lee

Hi No, Steve posted the photos of his CU for my reference. Regards Lee

Sorry, my mistake. SWA is 2.5. Thanks lee

1.5mm SWA and a 20mtr run of cable from the house to the garage.

Thank you all for your replies. I have a two further points which need clarification: The armoured cable supply from the house to the garage is terminated 1 metre too short from my consumer unit. (Power to the garage was an existing fit), what is the best method of extending the armoured...

Hello I decided to use the split load as i was advised to RCD protect the two outside circuits separately and use the main MCB's to protect the further 3 circuits within the garage, (internal lighting, security lights, 2 x wall sockets). Is that ok? Can you please explain the safety risk...