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Plug-In Solar Is Now Legal in Britain. So Why Does the IET Say Call an Electrician?
A compliant product and a suitable home are two different checks. What the IET advises before buying, and what electricians should explain.
Read article → ElectricalAre AFDDs Mandatory? The BS 7671 Rule Too Many Electricians Get Wrong
Yes, but only in HMOs, student lets, care homes and higher-risk buildings, and since 2022 not 2026. Where you must fit them, and where you can leave them out.
Read article → Industry updateBS 7671 Amendment 4 (2026): What Electricians Need to Know
Battery storage, medical locations and the October changeover, plus a separate explanation of EAS competence requirements.
Read article → Industry updateEICR Deadlines 2026: What Landlords Need to Know
Fines up to £40,000, the five-year renewal deadline, social housing requirements, and what happens if an EICR expires.
Read article → GuideEICR Codes Explained: C1, C2, C3 and FI
What each EICR code means in plain English, what to do about it, and whether your report passes or fails.
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