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Hi, I have recently heard that old certification numbers now have to be recorded in your paperwork when doing a PAT test even if you put a new sticker on the same appliance. I understand that should you not do so, then that particular applaince would be non-compliant under the existing Code...

Hi, I want to run from the main CU to a shed and need some practical advice. The CU is an old style cartridge fuse baox. I am ordering a garage CU with RCD, 32A & 6A breakers for lighting and sockets. Can I run from the spare way on main consumer unit ? If so, is 40A breaker sufficient...

Hi, Just about to replace a few light pendants with some more glamourous lights - NOT chandeliers. However, I think that the replacements might be a little heavy for the ceiling. Is there anyway to figure out whether the ceiling will be strong enough to hold rather than trial and error, as...

Hi, I have a small POND (!?!!!!) and I was thinking of installing a fountain (yes, I know what you're thinking) to amuse myself, but in particular HIDoors. I am thinking about how to power up this unit. My garage has a fusebox in it which has two fuses. One covers lighting, the other covers...

One of my downlighters in the kitchen doesn't work. Changed bulb, but still refuses to work. I suspect the transformer has blown. Is there anyway i can check this out ? Also, in bathroom, a downlighter comes on intermittantly and if it does, it fades out. Any ideas please ?

The previous owner removed a light from the ceiling - yes all of it. Now there are just 3 wires - feed in, feed out, and switch wire. How can I tell which is which ? Thx