I am just planning an extension, we need a new distribution board so I am hoping to install the new circuits and then get a qualified electrician to install the new board, install the new tails and test/certify it.
I have a IEE Site guide to refer to.
Where I need to run ring main cables over a solid brick/concrete block wall, can I continue to use lengths of pressed metal to cover the cables?
Do I need to chisel them into the wall or ensure the dot'n'dab is thick enough to space the plasterboard out?
Do they need to be earthed? If so could I use plastic covers instead?
I have read quite a bit in the IEE guid about wires heating up when buried in partition walls. What is the prefered method of covering the wires in this scenario? (I assume oval trunking inside the walls with the cables fed down)
Thanks in advance for any answers, I am sure there will be plenty more questions before I'm finished![/b]
I have a IEE Site guide to refer to.
Where I need to run ring main cables over a solid brick/concrete block wall, can I continue to use lengths of pressed metal to cover the cables?
Do I need to chisel them into the wall or ensure the dot'n'dab is thick enough to space the plasterboard out?
Do they need to be earthed? If so could I use plastic covers instead?
I have read quite a bit in the IEE guid about wires heating up when buried in partition walls. What is the prefered method of covering the wires in this scenario? (I assume oval trunking inside the walls with the cables fed down)
Thanks in advance for any answers, I am sure there will be plenty more questions before I'm finished![/b]
