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Terminating supply to outbuilding; is it acceptable to...

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Lack of access to earth electrode; can I provide a...

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Is it permissible to bond pipe outside a gas meter box?

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Does defective intake equipment prevent you issuing a...

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Can I diversify electric showers and heat pumps?

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Do I need to adhere to regulation 522.6.204 when...

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Can I use an isolating transformer supply method within...

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What is the EICR perspective on green goo?

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Is RCD protection necessary?

Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user regarding the necessity of RCD protection.

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Is this the correct way to do a three phase supply to a...

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Does the switch fuse need to be lower rated than the main...

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Can you explain what is the artificial neutral?

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Do I record the highest value obtained on my RCD readings?

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Where is the correct place to fit Henley blocks in my...

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Our expert answers the question from a Voltimum user regarding new build project responsibilities.

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How can I avoid unwanted tripping in a recently built house?

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Is bypassing an RCD legal?

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Why is it recommended to fix FP200 every 300mm horizontally?

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What is the key difference between limitation and not...

Our ECA expert answers a question from a Voltimum user on EICR Schedule of Inspection BS 7671.

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How do I control Philips Hue lights?

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Why 70v and not 50v (touch voltage) for 722.411.4.1(iii) ?

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Can I diversify electric panel heaters and hand dryers on...

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