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Apologies for hijacking this thread, but it is relevent ............ I have no mains power in my bathroom - no electric shower, shaver socket or heater, and the lights are 12V downlighters. Am I right in assuming that no bonding is required?

It's stamped on the cover just under the main switch

I have a metal Wylex CU (circa 1985) and it has BS 5486 stamped on it. Is this the BS number for the CU or the main/isolation switch?

Thanks for the replies fellas - a big help

I was planning on using a 20 amp MCB with 2.5 T&E. The CU is also in the utility room and the length of the radial will be no more than 10 metres and will be used for water softener, fridge/freezer, and washing machine. Would I really need to use 4.0mm T&E for this?

I want to add 3 double sockets to my utility room. I am planning on adding them as a new radial circuit. I am aware that sockets that could reasonably be used outside should have RCD protection. My CU is a Metal Wylex from the 80's with plug-in MCB's and it has spare positions. My question...

Securespark - I'm happy to pay for what was quoted as long as it is necessary. Having only asked for a new consumer unit, I was a little surprised at the additional work that needs to be done. The responses that have been posted to my question suggest that this work does need to be done and...

Thanks for the responses all - looks like i'll have to spend some cash then!!

"there is quite a bit work involved in rewiring the lights" ....... I was given the impression that only that switch cables need replacing??

Thanks - sounds like it's probably a reasonable quote then. The referece to replacing the light switch cables was 'cos the existing ones have no earth.

I have been quoted for a replacement fusebox and it seems a bit pricey. The electrician told me I need to have some additional work done as well and he's asking £450 for labour. Here's what his quote says: 1) Add earth bonding to water service 2) Upgrade main earth conductor to 16mm 3)...