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The house is 1960's with original wiring. I plan to have the house re-wired also. I was just unsure on where is classed as 'accessible' for the CU - And thought i'd ask some of you experienced chaps your opinion!

Brilliant - Thanks for that! Just out of interest - What instance would warrant a CU to be re-located?

Hi Guys, I'm planning on having my consumer unit changed shortly, but am in the early stages. The house is very old - The consumer unit is currently in a small cupboard under the stairs (Under the bottom 5 stairs to give you an idea of how small the cubbyhole is!) I know there are...

Thanks for the info! - Building control didn't give me much option, they didn't have anyone to assign to do I&T. They said I could find someone, but may aswell do it myself was their attitude!

Managed to get hold of the actual inspector for my LABC. Is was abit worrying as his knowledge on 'Electrics' seemed limited. He basically said they make a visit before work commences, they come and have a look at first fix and see that the cables aren't anywhere they shouldn't be, then they...

Hi Guys, I am currently in the process of buying a house that needs to be rewired. I am a qualified Electrician(NVQ3, HNC, 17th Edition), but from an industrial background, and have never attempted to re-wire a domestic property before! I have been in contact with my LABC who have said...