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ok will repost there

I have had a real single story extension built onto my terraced home. The extension is water tight, the rads have been put in (and removed for the plasterer), the eletrics have been installed except for the final installation of the socket and the lights fittings. The plasterer is currently...

here is the post that had the link in it that i put in my last post http://www.diynot.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=258568 The link shows what is part p and what isnt I hope i have interpreted this correctly As i said getting any new electrics tested is a good idea, i was just wondering...

Its ok i found the answer in a link in the post 'replacing a light fitting in an ensuite' http://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/partp.htm

OwainDIYer, I did say i agreed that testing was a good idea, but i asked if it legally needs to be tested. Does a homeowner need to legally have minor works tested?

I agree that testing is a good idea but does it legally need to be tested for minor works like replacing a crack socket, or a light pedant for example.

fair enough I suppose it really depends on how competant an installer someone is. If unsure then get it tested. I didnt really research this as i new i was going to need a new consumer unti and it needed testing

I was under the impression that wiring work that requires a new MCB or work in a kitchen or bathroom needs building control approval and needs to be checked But if a homeowner wants to put in a new socket onto an existing ring, changes a light fitting or fits a new light then this doesnt need...

Just an update:- The wiring the extension was a breeze!!!!!!!!! I did the wiring in my extension and then had an electrician install a new consumer unit, check and test the system. In the extension i put 5 sockets on a ring, the extension lighting MCB consists of 8 spotlights, 5 wall...

The paint isnt well adhered, it will come with some scraping/ chisleing but not easily The reason i wanted the paint off is because i wanted the plastering in my extension to be the same as the rest of the house (1950 ex council house). I also prefer the bonding and skim coat to plaster board...

Ok so i keep the chase to a minimum. thats the easy part. What is steel capping, is this the same as the expanding metal? Is the reinforced tape the same as skrim tape (the criss cross tape that you put across plasterboard joins). Could you give me some links so that i can see what i need...

ok thanks for all the info, it is very appreciated. The wall with the paint on has a patio door (to be removed and become an open walkway between the extension and the old living room) and will have double doors to the dining room so the wall space is not that much. It will also have heating...

The plasterer is happy for me to do the prep work and he is going to check it is ok before he will start. In fact to keep costs down he is happy for me to be his labourer. I shall be helping him to put the plaster board on the ceiling and also to help with mixing plaster etc Do the heating...

I am having a single story extension built. The builder is making it water tight, the rest i am doing to keep costs down. I have a plasterer to do the plastering but i want to do as much prep work as possible. I want the plaster to be the base coat and finish type and not the dob and dab...

At least i have found out that you cant drill rafters so my post on here havent been a comlete waste of time

My extension is a living area not a kitchen Also i didnt lie, i do have a electrician. I was planning on using him to test the system i had installed and install a new consumer unit. I was then told in the other thread that i couldnt do the work myself unless under his supervision. Building...

It is apparent you all dont want me to do this job. You give me general answers. When i ask is there any thing else to know you basicially suggest i become an electrician. All i wanted was some answers to questions. I understand to actually get this extension wired would of required many many...

I dont have any of those books. the last 'free' one wanted £17 odd I am going to connect the sockets on a ring circuit. What does CPD stand for and what does it mean Where is a safe zone. I am going to have to cross the trusses somewhere What type of switch?

The building inspector says he wants to see the cable runs. I know they have to be up and down but how do they run through the roof trusses -the main supports for the roof (the wood the plasterboard is screwed to- i have a vaulted ceiling). If i cant drill these trusses then how do i run the...

I am having a new single story extension built. To keep costs down i am doing as much myself as i can. The building inspector is happy for me to do the wiring myself as long as he can see the cable runs before i cover them up and that i have an electrician test the system. He will also be...