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You also want to make sure that the area where you install them is large enough to accommodate their width and length, which can change depending on what materials you choose.\r\rThe box gutter should extend at least 70mm beyond the wall for drainage purposes. Also, you need to have an overflow so water can overflow and not flood your roof cavity. Best ask an expert builder if you have any concerns.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Do box gutters need roof plumbing?","text":"A box gutter only needs a downpipe that diverts the water from your roof to where it can drain properly. Therefore, you don't necessarily need a whole new system for these gutters, but you may wish to look into one if you have concerns about any leaks or other issues with your current setup. 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Turn on the power supply and try switching on the new switch."}],"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Loop at the light method","text":"Under this method, the light switch’s wires are connected to the existing circuit, so the light draws electricity from the current circuit while having its own switch. It is similar to the parallel circuit and highly preferred due to less wiring involved.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Loop at the switch method","text":"This method requires three wires, each for live, neutral and ground. The live wire runs through the switch, while the other two wires are directly connected to the light bulb. This is prevalent in the UK, though some Australian households use it.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Two-way switch","text":"It demands vast wiring behind the switchboard, hence least preferred. The idea is to connect two switches to the same light bulb, allowing the users to turn a bulb on/off from two different locations.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Can I wire a light switch myself?","text":"Australian laws restrict people from wiring the house lights unless qualified or a licensed electrician. Performing electrical work, including wiring, is against the law in every state of Australia since lacking knowledge and skills pose a greater risk of electrical hazard.\r\rVarious law restrictions in different states for handling the electrical work are:\r\rA person installing, touching, repairing, modifying, connecting or disconnecting wires must possess a valid electrical license. Merely supervising another person also needs a permit according to NSW fair trading. Violating the rules will attract fines up to $22,000.\r\rAccording to Worksafe Queensland, any DIY electrical job (wiring and or rewiring a light switch) is illegal, inviting penalties of up to $40,000. Performing an electrical task exposing a person to a risk of death or serious injuries attracts fines up to $600,000 (if an individual) or $3,000,000 (if a corporation) in addition to five years of imprisonment.\r\rThe South Australian State Government urges people to hold an SA trade licence, training, and a certificate of compliance.\rAccording to Energy Safe Victoria, changing light switches on a site is marked illegal, inviting up to $5,000 penal charges for individuals.\rTasmania is governed by Service and Installation Rules and Occupational Licensing Act 2005, restricting unqualified personnel to carry out electrical wiring work. NT Worksafe has similar restrictions.\r\rIn Western Australia, the government asks every licensed electrician to provide an electrical safety certificate to the clients within 28 days. In New South Wales, you will need to hire a professional electrician.\r\r","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"What are the 3 wires on a light switch?","text":"The three wires on a switch are live, neutral, and ground. The live wire carries the electricity, while the neutral wire is meant to complete the circuit to ensure the flow of electricity. The ground wire carries excess current to the ground to avoid electrical hazards.\r\rA neutral wire on a switch is not necessarily connected directly to the bulb. Instead, the wire runs through a connector block and then reaches the bulb. The source of a neutral wire is the main power supply, running directly to the bulb (it does not go through the light switch).\r\rThe live wire on a switch carries the current that originates from the main power supply, and goes through the switch before reaching the bulb. The switch, when turned on, allows the conductivity by joining the live wire within itself with the help of a thin metal sheet (sealed inside the switch).\r\rGround wire runs together with the live wire originating from the switch, meaning one end connects to the bulb and the other to the switch's pin. They are called “2-core+ Earth” cable.\r\rAustralian colour codes for wires.\r","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Table","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Colour codes of wires for single-phase","text":null,"bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":[{"column1":"Type ","column2":"Colour"},{"column1":"Live or active","column2":"Brown"},{"column1":"Neutral","column2":"Light blue"},{"column1":"Earth or ground","column2":"Green/Yellow"},{"column1":"Phase 1","column2":"Brown"},{"column1":"Phase 2","column2":"Black"},{"column1":"Phase 3","column2":"Grey"}],"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":"2"},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"What does L1 and L2 mean on a light switch?","text":"L1 and L2 are the terminals on a light switch. A one-way switch will have only L1 along with C (Common), while a two-way switch will have L1 and L2 along with a C terminal. Some switches come with L1, L2, L3, and L4 terminals. All these terminals indicate the state of the light (on/off).\r\rIn a two-way switch, L1 means off only when the L2 is on and vice versa. The common terminal wire originates from the main power supply heading to the light switch. L1 and L2 wires will run to the light bulb completing the circuit. When the bulb is turned on, L1 will represent the ON state, and meanwhile, the L2 terminal will represent the OFF state. Similarly, when the bulb is off, L1 and L2 will mean ON and OFF, respectively.\r\rPlease note that connecting a bulb with a two-way light switch means there will be a total of two two-way switches. The L1 terminal will represent the same state in both switches all the time.\r\rA wire should run through both the L1 terminals of the switches before connecting to the bulb. Similarly, another wire should go through the L2 terminals of both the switches, finally connecting to the bulb. The common terminal will connect both the switches, ending at the second two-way switch.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"What happens if you wire a light switch backwards?","text":"When a bulb is wired backwards it will not cause an issue immediately. The real problem will initiate once the bulb is switched on. Wiring backwards causes reverse polarity. Bulbs have small metal tabs in them that generate light from electrical energy. \r\rBackward wiring will direct the electricity to the lamp’s sleeve (the outer portion of the lamp). As a result, the bulb may or may not turn on, and if a person touches the bulb (from the sleeve, obviously) will get an electric shock. \r\rThe wires may get hot and a tester screwdriver should be used to check the possibly conducted bulb sleeve instead of touching it directly after wiring or rewiring. Incorrect wiring will not create an issue inside the switchboard. The bulb's sleeve will become hot and might leave permanent damage to the bulb if turned on with incorrect wiring for a long session. \r\rCorrect wiring is hence essential for ensuring a neutral bulb outer portion. 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","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"How does a soil vent pipe work?","text":"A soil vent pipe works by allowing foul gases from the lower depths of your excavation to escape. Gases such as methane, a natural by-product of decomposing organic matter and can be potentially explosive, need to escape from your excavation for safety reasons.\r\rThe soil vent pipe also keeps any groundwater present at a minimal level by evaporating and escaping through the drain waste vent into the air above. If groundwater accumulates, it can get into your basement and cause damage to the walls and foundation.\r\rSoil pipes differ from waste pipes. Soil pipe stacks direct sewerage and waste water into the underground drainage system. A soil vent pipe disposes of waste from toilets. A waste pipe exhausts the waste water from bathrooms, sinks, washing machines, etc. By so doing, a waste pipe and a soil pipe both ensure buildings are a safe environment. \r\rThe venting system, which is a core part of the stink pipe, eliminates the foul smell. \r\rThe same venting system ensures that the atmospheric pressure in the drainage system remains balanced. The open vent will regulate pressure by allowing air to enter the space created by the exiting waste. If air pressure is unbalanced, positive pressure can push back waste water into the system, causing a sudden flow back into the house. Negative pressure can drain out the water leaving an empty trap in the toilet bowl. An empty trap will allow foul gases back into the plumbing system and the structure.\r\rA foul water drainage system must be appropriately maintained. Ensure the venting top has a wire cage or a perforated cover to prevent debris or birds from entering the property's drainage system. A blocked soil vent pipe will hinder the smooth and fast flow of solid waste. \r\rBlockage of the soil vent pipes can be caused by snag materials like toilet paper and wipes. This can cause clogging. In other cases, rough joints or rusty internal pipe walls, especially in cast iron pipes, can hold debris, allowing solid waste to build up. \r\rConsult drainage specialists or reach out to an emergency plumber or a drainage engineer to help unblock a clogged main drain. 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Otherwise, natural gases such as methane will eventually accumulate in such quantities as to make the enclosed space explosive, which would obviously be very dangerous.\r\rA cover also keeps out rainwater but still allows any gases or vapours present in small amounts to escape the excavation.\r\rAs well, a cap keeps out any solid or liquid contaminants that might come from the sidewalls of your excavation, as loose soils and rocks tend to do when you dig down too far. This is why it's recommended that at least three feet (91.44 cm) or more of soil cover your foundation walls after construction if they are below ground level. \r\rIn addition, anything buried underground changes over time due to decomposition and other natural phenomena. Thus buried fuel tanks, which were initially safe enough for use in an excavation before proper testing methods were available, may now leak harmful chemicals into the surrounding soil and groundwater long after they've been removed from service - unless the tank has been properly abandoned beforehand.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"What should I use a soil vent pipe for? ","text":"A soil vent pipe is ideal if you're building a home, garage, shed, or any other structure that requires excavation. It is standard practice with large excavations to install one of these waste pipes as it removes any harmful gases and lets out groundwater.\r\rBuilding regulations in most areas also require the fitting of soil vent pipes. Normally the local municipality will request the installation of a ventilated discharge pipe prior to starting any major excavation work on residential land. For more information on sanitary plumbing and drainage systems, take a look at the National Construction Code.\r\rIn storey buildings, the soil pipes from each housing unit must connect to the underground drainage system to dispose of solid waste. Each house unit's lateral waste pipe joins the main soil vent pipes. In such highrise buildings, the soil stack pipe is the vertical pipe to which all the waste water lateral pipes connect.\r\r","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"How do I build a soil vent?","text":"To build a soil vent, you'll need a gas-safe metal pipe typically measuring between 1.5 and 3 inches (3.81 - 7.62 cm) in diameter for this purpose, as well as a 2 to 2 ½ foot long piece of plastic pipe leading from its centre hole to the surface.\r\rDepending on where you live and how quickly you'd like to have everything delivered, you can purchase these components from your local home improvement store or order them online. You should also take a trip to your hardware store and pick up a roll of black polythene tape, some short screws if necessary, one or two large metal washers or nuts, at least 18 inches (45.72 cm) of ¾ inch irrigation tubing, and a metal cap with both an inside hole and outside screw thread.\r\rThe soil vent's components should include: A gas-safe metal pipe measuring between 1.5 and 3 inches in diameter A 2 to 2 ½ foot long piece of plastic pipe leading from its centre hole A roll of black polythene tape Short screws at least 18 inches of ¾ inch irrigation tubing Two large, matching metal washers or nuts.\r\rOptionally you can also purchase a flat, galvanized iron top if available in your area. This is simply a bigger version of the normal bolt used to secure caps or lids onto items that have been previously assembled but has two rings on one side, which allows it to be attached securely over the pipe's upper end and another flat metal surface below.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"How do I install a soil vent? ","text":"Before you make your waste pipes, research or consult a drainage engineer and adhere to the building regulations in your area. After purchasing the building materials and being ready with the right equipment, you can now make the soil pipe.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h3","heading":"Start by digging ","text":"Dig down at least two feet (60.96 cm) below the frost line and placing your plastic pipe in such a way that it leads out from the centre of your excavation to just above ground level. ","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h3","heading":"Create a mould","text":"Then create a mound of dirt on one side of the hole that's high enough for you to stand on when working inside the excavation. This is where you will attach your \"vent cap,\" which is simply a large pipe and screw bolt.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h3","heading":"Thread the cap","text":"Next, place your threaded cap over the top end of your plastic tube and secure it tightly using either ¾ inch irrigation tubing or an appropriate length section cut from a standard garden hose. The tubing's diameter should be slightly smaller than the screw bolt-on your vent cap so that it can fit snuggly over the top of the pipe.\r\rSecure this with some short screws if necessary, then cut some ventilation holes into one side of your polythene tube that are big enough for you to stick a garden trowel through later on when cleaning out your vent.\r\rYou can also optionally purchase some elbow fittings from your local hardware store if you're more comfortable working with these materials compared to plain lengths of rubber hose and metal piping. However, PVC /plastic irrigation tubing is perhaps best as it won't rust or corrode over time like many other types do - although they all work just fine in the end.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h3","heading":"Attach soil pipe to elbow","text":"After you've cut out some holes in the plastic tubing, push the polythene tube down into one of your elbow fittings and tighten it with a hose clamp. Make sure not to block the open end of the tube when doing this!\r\rNext, attach one length of metal piping to your elbow fitting on one side of the soil vent by screwing it into place firmly with some short screws or bolts before adding another shorter length that attaches to your cap bolt. This is where you will attach your \"vent pipe,\" which leads up above ground level and gets capped off using either steel lids or more screw caps like you used for your excavation.\r\r","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h3","heading":"Add a flat iron top ","text":"At this stage, if you live in an especially cold climate, you'll need to add on your flat iron top, which is simply a large bolt with two rings on one side that will allow you to attach it securely over the vent pipe's upper end. If available in your area, this flat metal surface will give the sun more opportunity to warm air inside your soil vent, thereby preventing frost-related damage to plants growing nearby during winter.\r\rAn optional but effective way of protecting your soil vent further against cold weather is by adding insulation around its lid using leftover foam padding or even straw bales.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h3","heading":"Install the vent pipe","text":"Once you've built your soil vent and added any necessary insulation, it should be ready for installation. Simply bury most of the structure underground with only the ventilation pipe sticking out so you can water surrounding gardens later on when they need it most.\r\rYou can also optionally place some soil or mulch around the ventilation pipe's upper end to discourage animals, such as cats and dogs, from hanging around above your soil vent.\r\rThis will prevent them from blocking your ventilation tube with dirt later on when looking for cool places to hide out in, so be sure to remember this if you have pets living nearby. Otherwise, they might spend all day digging near its base, which could lead to all sorts of other problems later down the line.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Do all soil pipes need venting? 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High-performance vehicles using large disc pads can cost up to $1000 each.\r\rBelow are some details should know about brake pad replacement cost:","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Bullets","headingTag":"h2","heading":"","text":null,"bulletData":[{"bullet":"Replacing brake pads together with rotors will cost twice compared to replacing brake pads alone."},{"bullet":"The brake pad and disc will cost about $300 more to replace for a standard passenger vehicle."},{"bullet":"Calliper and brake pad replacement starts at $240 per axle."},{"bullet":"The front brake pad replacement cost is relatively cheaper compared to the rear pads."}],"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Do I need to replace all 4 brake pads?","text":"It's not a must that you replace all 4 brake pads at once.\r\rBrake pads on the same axle wear out simultaneously. So if you are replacing, then you should replace both. This same case applies to the rear axle. \r\rYou will rarely find all four worn out at the same time. In fact, front ones wear out more quickly than rear brake pads because they do almost 70 percent of all the braking. Another explanation is that you transfer a car's weight to the front when you press the brake pedal. This sends a greater downward force to the front tires, which increases friction between the road and front wheels. As a result, you find yourself frequently replacing front brake pads more times than back ones.\r\rOne side can wear out faster than the other, yet they are on the same axle. This mostly it happens if the brake caliper is defective.\r\rWhen brakes are depressed, the pressure from the pedal pushes the brake pads against the brake rotors and the vehicle slows down. 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Drive through spilling onto the street and a restaurant full of people and staff are goofing off and standing around. No communication, reprimand or organisation from the manager in charge. Rubbish all over the restaurant and kitchen and the floor was glistening with oil creating a very real safety risk (Wish I'd gotten the staff member sliding on the flooring from the fryer to the front thinking it was hilarious). 25 minutes we waited for icecream and nuggets and only 4 other orders went out. 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As you can see from the before & after photos Dale had his work cut out for him. Dale was professional, on time, on budget and a nice bloke.\nMy wife who is a qualified interior designer and I have renovated houses twice before and we very highly recommend Dale who has 37 years experience"}},"ReviewAsset:cl06a46n3001709l9aljz9jw5":{"id":"cl06a46n3001709l9aljz9jw5","__typename":"ReviewAsset","reviewId":"cl06a46mj001509l91fry8hux","url":"https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/ls-asset-service/cl06a2ro3000f09mk7ywa6hb5/cl06a2ro3000g09mkd1pq8qmy","review":{"__typename":"Review","rating":5,"displayName":"Nab","message":"We moved to Townsville early January 2022 from Melbourne and purchased our house by late January. We didn't know any good tradies so I had to rely on google reviews and reviews on websites and thankfully found Dale.\nDale done an absolute brilliant job sanding & sealing our Queensland hardwood floors throughout our entire 3 bedroom home. 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Highly recommend & we will definitely get him to do the rest of our house floors when ready."}},"ReviewAsset:cl1voe8j2000409l3ce6q3s36":{"id":"cl1voe8j2000409l3ce6q3s36","__typename":"ReviewAsset","reviewId":"cl1voe8hi000309l36zt2b81n","url":"https://s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/ls-asset-service/cl1vodmgk000209ikd9xua1td/cl1vodmgk000309ik6nfebi29","review":{"__typename":"Review","rating":1,"displayName":"Meadow","message":"I ordered the chicken and noodles. When I was eating it I bit into a shard of glass. I contacted Calvin’s but they didn’t pick up phone"}}}

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