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So it is, brilliant. Thanks mate :)

I'd like to replace it but I want to make sure I get something compatible - Ta :)

It may have been a loose connection once but it's not anymore, that looks as solid as it gets.

How do you know it was a squizzer? Might've been a rabid hamster or some nice mice.

Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) I beleive. Not to be confused with an Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC) of course, muppets. Edit: The new 7671 amendment was available to a select few too I hear, pretty green it is.

Hi, I'd like to extend the cable for a tv/satellite system in to another room. This is the only outlet plate at the moment - and the only cable in to it looks like this - Can I simply add this cable - http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/CASATW.html - in to the terminal on the...

The 2 browns are your switched line so just connect them up as the switch you've removed, if your new switch has com/L1/L2 then connect 1 to com and 1 to L1. The green/yellow will be the earths so add another bit of g/y in that terminal block and connect it to the earth terminal on the back of...

If it's been installed correctly the springs will bend vertically as you pull it out and snap back down when it's out. It might take a bit of force if it's the first time it's been removed.

My name's my name. I don't care what yours is but your story's bs tbf.

Cool.

The smell's getting stronger.

Just what is that smell?

These 'live cables', weren't they isolated at the consumer unit?

Yes, if you can work out how to use their search facility ;)

What do you expect from a site that has Megaman lamps rated at 240 amps?

It's frightening how many times this still seems to be done. Anyway, Plan G: Cut hole in plasterboard under joist, channel out back of plasterboard, clip cable to joists, replace plasterboard cut out.

Have a browse through these - http://www.spares2you.co.uk/Electrical_Accessories/Lamp_Fittings/

It means she hasn't got any earthing on her lighting circuits and should only use 'Class 2' (double insulated) light fittings like these - http://www.double-insulated-lighting.co.uk/?gclid=CIPm74XRkacCFQ8f4QodgCBBcw There will be issues with a new consumer unit installation if there's no...

The switch module needs to be '2 way' to work the same on your circuit as the current switch and have the same terminals on the back, that one linked to probably is but it's worth checking with the supplier first. Another thing to check is the spindle format the knob itself is mounted on as...

No, you can still complete a certificate without being a member of any scheme and your assessor would want to see that at the assessment to prove that you know how to complete them correctly. Then you notify the job afterwards