Recent content by bobert

Calculating and planning for new heating systems and inspecting them after they had been installed, to make sure they were to specification and standards.

I found it difficult to get a gas related job for around 6 months after qualifying. I then landed a job, only visually checking heating installations, before progressing onto tools. Bearing in mind I have'nt had 3 years on the tools, although I feel competent and safe whilst working with...

Don't bleed with the pump running though, or this can drag more air in!!

Try turning some of the radiator valves off, to force the airlock through, then bleed.

I completed a 6 month gas course myself in 2004. Bear in mind that the work experience/placement, is a vital part of the course, as you need on site assessments and evidence of work to satisfy your NVQ. I would consider that your work placement will more than likely exceed the 6 months, as...

What is the maximum length that a spur can be ran, from a 2.5mm ring main, or socket point? Cheers bobert

Cheers Spark123 Will have a read through the Part P stuff. This might be a silly question, but does the same apply to doing basic electrical work in other peoples domestic properties?

Can any type of domestic electrical work be carried out legally, by an unqualified person, and if so to what extent, ie. changing light switches, socket fronts and light fittings? Also, what is the quickest qualification to achieve, to be able to fully carry out domestic electrical work...