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Title: DIY Electrics Post by: Bewster on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 08:22:20 In my garage I have a single ceiling rose illuminating a single bulb which is woefully inadequate. I'd like to install a junction box and split this to two fluorescent tube lights equally space along the garage.
The question is "Am I allowed to do this without professional assistance or approval" ? I have a nagging issue that a few years back the laws were changed regarding electrics and especially DIY electrics. Can anyone “enlighten” me ? Title: Re: DIY Electrics Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 08:33:46 It needs to be done by a "competent" person. That could be yourself if you feel competent enough, but IMO it's probably best left to a professional.
Title: Re: DIY Electrics Post by: Bewster on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 08:36:45 It needs to be done by a "competent" person. That could be yourself if you feel competent enough, but IMO it's probably best left to a professional. I quite happy to do it, I've done replacement electrics beofre with no hassles - however this is not replacement. As for being competent......... :) Title: Re: DIY Electrics Post by: Notts red on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 11:20:15 You shouldn't need a part p certificate if your only adding an extra light to an existing supply in a garage. If your competent to do it go for it.
Title: Re: DIY Electrics Post by: ron dodgers on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 17:09:55 same circuit no problem just light it up !
Title: Re: DIY Electrics Post by: Bewster on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 18:37:06 Cheers all
Title: Re: DIY Electrics Post by: 4D on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 19:03:05 How big's your garage? I have a double garage and one fluorescent strip is enough.
Title: Re: DIY Electrics Post by: Bewster on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 22:17:50 How big's your garage? I have a double garage and one fluorescent strip is enough. I want to partition it so need two lights ;D Title: Re: DIY Electrics Post by: Gerinthere on Thursday, August 1, 2013, 19:57:19 Have a look at this site
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