Extending the ring? Cabel too short!!!!

[matty0908]

I need to add another socket in my kitchen. I cannot spur off from an adjacent socket, as i need to add a spur off the new socket (fused outlet for fridge). Unfortunately, the existing cable doesnt reach the position of the new socket and there is no way i can replace the cable without destroying the place!!

Can I (at ceiling height) cut the ring and replace with a longer cable down to the location of the new socket?? using a 25mm back box/30A choc block and blanking plate?? The re-make the ring by connecting the new socket to the old?

What are the rules relatign to cable runs?? I ah installing vertical runs directly to the sockets and short horizontal runs to the spurs.

The work is to be certified for Part P, so what are my options?

Thanks,

Matt.

 

[jj4091]

If you can physicsally do it( have enough length spare) then what you propose is ok.Is it not possible to get into the ceiling void above?Would make a neater job.

 

[matty0908]

Unfortunately not!! Nice new coving in the kitchen and a freshly boarded floor in the bedroom!!