Recent content by deano1712

Hey thanks for that! I had the Economy 7 switched off when I got the house so I assume the cable will never go live then. I will check it at night time to see if it goes live. It doesnt seem to be connected to anything, although I have never used the electric water heater. I want to get...

I have a 30A switch mounted alongside my CU. The wire going to the switch comes from the box that is mounted in the top right side of the meter box shown in the photo. Its the cable that runs vertically down on the right side. Any ideas what the box is for? The switch doesnt seem to do...

Hey thanks guys. I am fitting a new kitchen so it sounds like my best course of action is to take out the existing sockets (they are all in the wrong place anyway) and install a new ring for the kitchen. I am having a gas hob. Is it good practice to install heavy wiring to suit an electric...

My house is a small 3 bed detached 20 years old. The wiring in the consumer unit is presently wired thus: 5A - to garage 5A - upstairs lighting 5A - downstairs lighting 15A - water heater 30A - All sockets (upstairs and downstairs) 30A - Cooker I always thought you needed a...

Thanks for that Davelx. I have checked this all out now and phoned the local LABC. More than helpful they were. I just need to send in a Building Notice form and they will send out a lecky to inspect the work at 1st fix and when finished. The lecky will do all the necessary tests for me and then...

Hi all, I am new to the forum - my first post. First name is Mark (43), live near Leeds I am not in the 'trade' but am faily accomplished on diy matters generally, particulary joinery, plumbing and building work. I design and make all of my own furniture (as a hobby) and have a well...