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18th Edition Amendment 1 open for draft

The draft of Amendment 1 of the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations is now available through the IET and open for public comment until 30th November. The Draft for Public Comment (DPC) consists of two additions to BS7671, which are changes to Section 722, Electric Vehicle Charging Installations, and also guidance for TN systems where PME […]

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Guide to fixing to internal walls

In the first of our series on quick DIY fixes, we are going to take a look at the different fixings you can use for attaching items to walls and where they are best used. Types of wall The first thing you need to know before hanging anything from a wall is how that wall […]

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How to choose the right van for your business

Choosing a new van for your business can seem overwhelming with the amount of options that are out there. We are going to take a look at the pros and cons of the different types available and a couple of examples of each. Before looking at what types of vans are available, we’re going to […]

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Move or improve: 8 ways to renovate your home

With the continued slow movement of the UK housing market, home owners are once again looking at improving their existing property. In this blog we’re going to take a look at some of the options available to you to improve your existing home. The first thing you need to decide is what is it that […]

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Electric car charging solutions for your home and the costs

There are now more than 223,000 ultra low emission vehicles (ULEV) on UK roads today. With 84% of UK drivers having access to driveways or off street parking outside their home, there has never been a better time to invest in a plug in car and take advantage of grants available. However, there are still […]

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