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I had my boiler inspected by British Gas 2 weeks ago, they were here just under an hour and did a thorough job. They took everything apart and checked and cleaned it all. They even checked another gas fire I have even though it ain't covered in the insurance. :D

Thanks Dingbat but I can assure you that his house is safe. His mate is a electrician and fitted the first socket for him while my father watched. Some time later my father added more by himself and got his mate to check it all out and he said they were fine. Mine and my fathers safety is...

No, he'll be fine. I hate not being able to do stuff like this myself as I'm quite good at most other DIY stuff, so he knows that I would be doing my homework. :D

Yes, that's a bit technical for me, I will show my father all your replies and I'm sure he will make sense of it. Thanks for all your advice and patience. I'le keep you informed.

How can I find out what circuit I have, whether it's radial or a ring?

I appreciate all your replies and I not offended, I am just greatful for any advice you have. I would prefer to get a qualified electrician in but my father assures me he can do the job, I dont doubt him I just like my house too much for any accidents to happen. When you say 'a ring' is that...

Thanks Crafty. I myself have not done any electrical work but my father has, who will be doing the work in my house, I just want to make sure he is doing the right things. He has added sockets all over his house with no accidents (yet). What I'm trying to do is just increase the amount of...

Hmmm, now your asking? Im not sure what a spur is exactly? Oh dear, I feel so stupid now :roll:

Thanks for replying. I did a bit of research and I saw some cable called 'two core and earth' is that the same as twin and earth? Also, can I just keep adding sockets along the line? Example, run a length of cable then add socket, then run another length of cable and another socket etc etc. ?

I want to add some extra plug sockets for general use, stereo, computer, lamp etc but I am unsure of what cable I will need. Please help a damsel in distress...thanks.