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by meldrew21
Thu Dec 09, 2010 10:28 pm
Forum: Plastering and Dry Lining Forum
Topic: inside fireplace
Replies: 4
Views: 3920

I'm looking to do the same thing as Matt. Is it OK to use standard tile adhesive?
by meldrew21
Tue Nov 23, 2010 10:11 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Completion certificate
Replies: 4
Views: 3286

Thanks, ericmark. This is a continuation of the saga you advised me on back in May. After tracking the guy down it turned out he's not a member of NICEIC as he advertised and didn't notify LABC of the work. Now he's gone back into his shell. So I'm off to LABC to get a post-installation inspection. ...
by meldrew21
Thu Nov 18, 2010 10:39 am
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Completion certificate
Replies: 4
Views: 3286

I should say that I've read Part P from planningportal.gov.uk and spoken to NICEIC so there is no question in my mind that he is stringing me along. I'm not sure how to put pressure on him to comply with regs.
by meldrew21
Wed Nov 17, 2010 6:19 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Completion certificate
Replies: 4
Views: 3286

Completion certificate

Hi there, this is the latest in a long-running saga. The guy who installed new consumer unit, fixed spurs, re-wired kitchen etc is only City and Guilds qualified. LABC state that he can't sign it off, he is adamant that he can. This leaves me in a difficult situation.

Any comments, please?
by meldrew21
Thu Sep 30, 2010 5:29 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Damp entering under back door sill
Replies: 2
Views: 5264

Thanks for that, stoneyboy.
by meldrew21
Tue Sep 28, 2010 11:04 pm
Forum: Damp and Damp Proofing Forum
Topic: Damp entering under back door sill
Replies: 2
Views: 5264

Damp entering under back door sill

Hi there. I'd be grateful for advice on best building practice for brickwork under french doors/patio doors. Lifting my carpet shows damp penetrating to the extent that the concrete screed and base layer are both crumbling. The screed hasn't been protected because the polythene membrane isn't good e...
by meldrew21
Thu May 13, 2010 9:33 am
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Junction box rating
Replies: 7
Views: 3567

Thanks again, Eric. I'll be taking that up with the contractor.
by meldrew21
Wed May 12, 2010 10:41 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Junction box rating
Replies: 7
Views: 3567

Thanks for that info, Sparx. I'll be getting in touch with that contractor.
by meldrew21
Wed May 12, 2010 12:35 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Junction box rating
Replies: 7
Views: 3567

Thanks for the comprehensive reply, Eric, I'm glad I asked. Without your advice I would not be aware of maintenance-free JB's and still be under the impression that I could use a general junction box for mains in joist space. This isn't helped by the fact that the DIY sheds only stock the general ty...
by meldrew21
Tue May 11, 2010 11:47 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Junction box rating
Replies: 7
Views: 3567

Junction box rating

Hi there, would appreciate some advice on the use of a junction box. Hall ceiling is down so I would like to use this opportunity to move an electrical socket which will involve extending original cable. Can I use a junction box for this, and would it be within regulations to use one that is rated a...
by meldrew21
Mon Dec 08, 2008 11:52 am
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Main light in living room is 'pulsing'.
Replies: 5
Views: 3374

Replaced the switch and problem cured. Cheers, Eric.
by meldrew21
Thu Oct 30, 2008 12:11 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Main light in living room is 'pulsing'.
Replies: 5
Views: 3374

Cheers, Eric. Thanks for your help.
by meldrew21
Wed Oct 29, 2008 11:36 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Main light in living room is 'pulsing'.
Replies: 5
Views: 3374

Thanks for replying, Eric. I've tried a couple of different makes and type of bulb but get the same problem. I'll continue to swap some bulbs around tomorrow to see if it stops. In the meantime I'd like to ask ...is it possible that the dimmer is playing up? I'd be happy to replace it if that fixes ...
by meldrew21
Mon Oct 27, 2008 10:21 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: Main light in living room is 'pulsing'.
Replies: 5
Views: 3374

Main light in living room is 'pulsing'.

Hi guys, we don't use our main centre light in living room often. When I switched it on recently it was pulsing. Is this a common fault?

Thanks in advance

Kev
by meldrew21
Mon Jun 18, 2007 9:37 pm
Forum: Electrics Forum
Topic: pendant fitting
Replies: 4
Views: 3250

Everything working fine now, Sparx. Thanks again.
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