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I understand that these things have to be checked to be safe, however what difference does it make if it's in the kitchen, living room, bedroom, utility room or conservertory. OK yes there is water in a kitchen, but there is water in most utility rooms. If kitchens are that dangerous why...

Or you could do the work and not worry. If you don't tell anyone, who's going to know??

That is what gave it away. :D ipjodan is right, cancel the insurance first and as long as there is no money owing on the property, you can do what you like.

Why does it have to be done in two weeks? Is that when the person who lives there comes back from holiday?

if someone told them, and some products have date codes on them. No, they are there to rip more money out of us

Good point BAN, didn't even think about the programming side of it. Will make sure it sorted out after they fit it.

Thanks for your replys. British Gas sent a Supervisor to inspect the work this afternoon. Didn't think they could work that fast, mind you I did threaten to go to trading Standards when they tried to fob me off with, "the installer said the installation was within regulation" The guy who...

Hi All 1. My 68yr old neighbour had a new boiler fitted by BG. The sparks said to my neighbour that his system is too old and he needs to get it rewired. (no problem, this is true) However he also said that it needs to be done within the next 18 months as it would then be a requirement. I...

Sorry, should have said that the pipe and cable would be enclosed in boxing. The enclosed area would only be 2" X 7" and totally enclosed, even with insulation on the pipework it will still get quite hot in there. Would T&E be OK in this enviroment or should I use a different type of...

Hi I need to run a lenth of 1.5mm T&E for a fan, however the only route I have means the cable runs alongside a central heating pipe for approx 3ft. Would this be a problem, If yes, is there an alternative cable I can use. Thanks.

On the most part I agree, but the Firewall is OK. Has stopped a few possible probs. Spysweeper is Ace, would recommend to all. Prob now sorted. Thanks "Igorian" :)

When I logon to internet, my homepage has changed to "Search For" Has anyone else had anything like this happen. any ideas. This started happening a few days ago for no reason. No new programs have been added, or updated. Apart from Anti-Virus. Any ideas would be welcome. Thanks Am...

Have fitted only 30mA RCD to make system legal, as only had isolator switch. Will convert to split with 100mA RCD when conversion kit instore. Thanks. :D

Hi All Just to say thanks for your advice. had system checked and was "TT" as you said FWL_Engineer, Ban. 80A 30mA RCD now fitted and good earth confirmed. Cheers :D :D :D :D :D

on the back of my Bungalow I have a flat felted roof that needs repair due to leaking. Its approx 2ft X 12ft. I was cosidering having it all leaded as it would last longer, and look more pleasing to the eye. (don't like felt) I have been trying to get an approx price for the work, but cant...