ᐅ Electrical / Electrical Planning

Plan your electrical system smartly: Learn what to consider during electrical planning to ensure your home is safe, modern, and future-proof!

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micric3•13 Aug 2020 09:49

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micric3 • 7 Oct 2020 13:11

Commissioning a Temporary Power Distribution Unit Yourself

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schroedinxer•18 Sep 2020 20:25

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homer092 • 2 Oct 2020 08:44

Planning a (smart) door intercom system connected to a Fritzbox in a new build

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grericht•19 Sep 2020 07:44

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micric3 • 1 Oct 2020 09:38

Arlo Pro 2 – Roof Overhang – Power Supply

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Andre77•10 Sep 2020 10:05

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Andre77 • 30 Sep 2020 13:10

New Construction: What to Do When the Grounding System Is Installed Incorrectly

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Pixelsurium•4 Jul 2020 10:24

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Knöpfchen • 28 Sep 2020 09:55

Fiber optic cables cannot be installed using blown-in methods.

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Tx-25•22 Sep 2020 15:17

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Tx-25 • 24 Sep 2020 09:39

2-Wire or LAN for Video Doorbell?

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C.beckmann1986•12 Aug 2020 04:26

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_Ugeen_ • 22 Sep 2020 07:30

Ring doorbell mounting plate for standard doorbell button (doorbell push button)

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Andre77•17 Sep 2020 22:17

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Andre77 • 18 Sep 2020 23:52

CAT cables in the utility room – not crimped?

kati1337•17 Sep 2020 14:15

Answers: 45

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Alessandro • 18 Sep 2020 14:24

Any experience with the Cisco SG250X-24P-K9-EU switch?

Tarnari•23 Jun 2020 18:41

Answers: 57

Tarnari • 13 Sep 2020 23:36

How to safely terminate unused high-voltage cable underground?

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REH63110•12 Sep 2020 20:15

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danixf • 12 Sep 2020 21:53

Which conduit is suitable for LAN cables?

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C.beckmann1986•25 Aug 2020 08:34

Answers: 32

AMNE3IA • 1 Sep 2020 12:33

Cables for LED strip lighting on stair steps

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julianpe•31 Aug 2020 19:09

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Mycraft • 31 Aug 2020 20:06

Unifi NanoHD, is it really that good?

Tarnari•21 Aug 2020 23:10

Answers: 5

Tarnari • 30 Aug 2020 02:22

Is a connected load of 14.5 kW sufficient for the house?

Tolentino•23 Jun 2020 11:36

Answers: 32

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miho • 28 Aug 2020 11:58

Is a TAE socket still required nowadays?

Golfi90•17 Sep 2019 11:20

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gmt94 • 27 Aug 2020 20:10

Zyxel Switch - Accessing the Web GUI Without a Direct PC Connection?

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Andre77•24 Aug 2020 21:33

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hanse987 • 26 Aug 2020 08:05

Is a Satellite System Still Necessary for New Builds, or Is IPTV Sufficient?

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commanderchen•27 Feb 2019 14:48

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Patricck • 25 Aug 2020 00:34

Which LTE external antenna is recommended?

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Seven1984•20 Aug 2020 09:21

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untergasse43 • 21 Aug 2020 07:45

LAN duplex or gigabit switch

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C.beckmann1986•15 Aug 2020 20:01

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Mycraft • 16 Aug 2020 10:56

No doorbell planned in the new building project

bauenmk2020•10 Aug 2020 07:36

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bauenmk2020 • 15 Aug 2020 15:04

Setting Up Unifi AC Pro Issues

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Aphrodithe•10 Aug 2020 09:13

Answers: 19

rick2018 • 12 Aug 2020 10:53

Looking for a sleek, surface-mounted electrical box for a bedroom

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Tassimat•6 Aug 2020 22:29

Answers: 8

Musketier • 11 Aug 2020 16:51

Basement: Surface-Mounted or Flush-Mounted Wiring?

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Baunovize•25 Jul 2020 22:41

Answers: 8

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Baunovize • 10 Aug 2020 11:17

Electrical Installation – Retrofitting Switches and Push Buttons Wirelessly

bauenmk2020•21 Jun 2020 12:47

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danixf • 5 Aug 2020 19:05

Is it recommended to avoid placing an electrical outlet vertically aligned with the light switch in the bathroom?

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Pädda•4 Aug 2020 08:07

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seth0487 • 4 Aug 2020 10:53

Which router works best with Ubiquiti devices?

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Ötzi Ötztaler•1 Aug 2020 10:12

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untergasse43 • 3 Aug 2020 14:26

MR16 lamp holder without CE marking

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madex•4 Jun 2020 12:27

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Grundaus • 30 Jul 2020 12:11

Which PoE switch with 16 or 24 ports would you recommend?

lin0r87•20 Jul 2020 06:05

Answers: 20

Mycraft • 22 Jul 2020 20:19

Which type of camera is suitable for the main entrance area of a house?

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ivenh0•21 May 2020 14:29

Answers: 53

Mycraft • 20 Jul 2020 11:40

Video Intercom System – Which One Is Right for My Needs?

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Ötzi Ötztaler•19 Jul 2020 17:15

Answers: 5

Pinky0301 • 20 Jul 2020 06:55

Which communication lines should be planned for during a renovation?

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dr.evil96•12 Jul 2020 19:45

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Tassimat • 14 Jul 2020 00:37

Creating a Ubiquiti UniFi Access Point Heatmap as a Demo

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imsi123•30 Jun 2020 13:43

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Teemoe86 • 4 Jul 2020 12:09

Motion sensors and pets, or additional switches? Experiences?

kati1337•16 Jun 2020 19:02

Answers: 10

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Snowy36 • 30 Jun 2020 21:42

Installing Sonos Ceiling Speakers in a Concrete Ceiling?

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imsi123•28 Jun 2020 22:00

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imsi123 • 30 Jun 2020 21:24

Multi-function switches without smart home integration?

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Nicon1001•28 Jun 2020 15:51

Answers: 4

Mycraft • 29 Jun 2020 08:39

Which satellite dish is suitable for a single-family home?

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Jdje2220•27 Jun 2020 16:32

Answers: 12

untergasse43 • 28 Jun 2020 17:40

Connection for main power supply very expensive?!

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hansi1234•27 Jun 2020 17:42

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Nida35a • 28 Jun 2020 13:53

Electrical Installation in the Attic or Loft?

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quattro123•26 Jun 2020 17:39

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danixf • 27 Jun 2020 16:37

Completely Removing a Satellite Dish – Who Does It?

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armmitcharme•22 Jun 2020 07:15

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Mycraft • 22 Jun 2020 09:51

Is an Additional Circuit Breaker / RCD Really Necessary for a Home Office?

kati1337•9 Jun 2020 17:23

Answers: 40

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Ben-man • 19 Jun 2020 09:40

Gong with centralized wireless control system

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M. Gerd•17 Jun 2020 21:04

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M. Gerd • 17 Jun 2020 23:09

Intermediate switch circuit with 2 switches?

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quattro123•16 Jun 2020 19:37

Answers: 9

seat88 • 17 Jun 2020 05:38

Garage lighting with fluorescent tubes

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Pädda•13 Jun 2020 16:55

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rick2018 • 14 Jun 2020 11:16

Are the costs for the electrical distribution board justified?

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elias777•11 Jun 2020 21:52

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Joedreck • 12 Jun 2020 05:21

Looking for a video door intercom system for a single-family home with two monitors for two floors.

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motoraudi81•23 Dec 2019 19:29

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annab377 • 10 Jun 2020 21:30

Which Sensors for What? Inspiration

Tarnari•26 Apr 2020 22:42

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Tarnari • 8 Jun 2020 14:08

Pulling cables through a conduit (or duct).

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gmt94•1 Jun 2020 07:47

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gmt94 • 6 Jun 2020 19:43

Lighting Design for Living Rooms / Alternatives to Recessed Spotlights?

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mime270•14 May 2020 21:19

Answers: 19

Mycraft • 6 Jun 2020 16:05

TV / Satellite TV / Via Network or Distribution System and Wiring in New Construction?

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darek6er•16 May 2020 20:50

Answers: 14

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MBPassion • 3 Jun 2020 13:10

New semi-detached house construction – which systems to install?

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C.beckmann1986•12 Apr 2020 22:50

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peter_P • 3 Jun 2020 12:29

Switch with separate SFP / SFP+ installation

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Appel2000•25 May 2020 23:19

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untergasse43 • 28 May 2020 09:02

Question about DALI Control: How to Make a Light Fixture Dimmable

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Pianist•25 May 2020 11:50

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Mycraft • 26 May 2020 07:28

Digital Room Thermostat for Underfloor Heating – Which One to Choose?

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Juanito•24 May 2020 09:33

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BobRoss • 25 May 2020 19:21

Sophos XG Appliance for Residential Use

untergasse43•21 May 2020 11:53

Answers: 5

rick2018 • 21 May 2020 16:26

Bus systems – wiring, planning, and more?

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AleXSR700•9 May 2020 12:38

Answers: 41

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AleXSR700 • 19 May 2020 16:24

Burglar Alarm System – Experiences?

Vicky Pedia•8 Mar 2020 16:43

Answers: 35

Vicky Pedia • 19 May 2020 13:40

Lighting Design for Ceiling LED Spotlights

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canerol•7 May 2020 16:01

Answers: 48

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Alessandro • 19 May 2020 07:28

Bathroom Lighting with a Sloped Ceiling

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saralina87•16 May 2020 12:12

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hampshire • 16 May 2020 23:21

Homematic IP Access Point Issue

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lesmue79•9 May 2020 17:58

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lesmue79 • 12 May 2020 23:18

Ubiquity and Telekom Magenta TV

Tarnari•11 May 2020 21:39

Answers: 5

rick2018 • 12 May 2020 06:10

Commissioning Network Sockets

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Nebukad•8 May 2020 14:37

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knalltüte • 9 May 2020 22:25

Looking for a wireless intercom system with local power supply

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hampshire•8 May 2019 12:51

Answers: 34

Tarnari • 8 May 2020 20:42

LED downlights for eaves soffit – Electrical installation

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Andre77•29 Apr 2020 22:46

Answers: 3

Vicky Pedia • 2 May 2020 19:54

Which trade is responsible for electrical and network installations?

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x33Pingu•25 Apr 2020 23:08

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knalltüte • 27 Apr 2020 09:10

Sun and Wind Sensors for Exterior Venetian Blinds and Roller Shutter Control

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Brainstorming•17 Apr 2020 09:56

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Alessandro • 21 Apr 2020 10:28

Jamming a Venetian blind inside the casing

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M. Gerd•22 Oct 2019 22:50

Answers: 3

untergasse43 • 8 Apr 2020 10:17

Small Home Network – Suggestions for Solutions?

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Andre77•5 Apr 2020 22:12

Answers: 5

rick2018 • 6 Apr 2020 07:11

Telecom FTTH – What Is Needed?

Golfi90•29 Mar 2020 18:40

Answers: 30

K1300S • 30 Mar 2020 15:07

Lighting design for open-plan living and kitchen area – lamp over the table?

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hippjoha•23 Mar 2020 23:38

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hippjoha • 26 Mar 2020 22:24

Electrician Apprentice Billing

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Tx-25•22 Mar 2020 09:33

Answers: 29

HausiKlausi • 23 Mar 2020 21:40

Implementing Ceiling Spotlights Control – How to Do It Without a Smart Home

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Tx-25•22 Mar 2020 14:17

Answers: 3

untergasse43 • 23 Mar 2020 21:19

RuK boxes according to DIN 18015-2

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derflieder•19 Mar 2020 12:13

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untergasse43 • 19 Mar 2020 19:36

Plan for Internet, Router, and Signal Coverage

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Bertram100•16 Mar 2020 21:14

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untergasse43 • 18 Mar 2020 12:26

Connections for electricity and other utilities in the front yard and garden

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Bauherr am L•7 Mar 2020 23:11

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Vicky Pedia • 8 Mar 2020 23:58

Setting up a network with Unitymedia

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Aphrodithe•5 Mar 2020 12:33

Answers: 28

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hanse987 • 5 Mar 2020 16:25

What should I consider regarding Wi-Fi?

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tumaa•4 Mar 2020 08:50

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tumaa • 5 Mar 2020 00:26

Implementing LAN and Satellite Systems in a Single-Family Home with a Centralized Server Cabinet

enoausa•26 Feb 2019 13:16

Answers: 40

rick2018 • 29 Feb 2020 18:17

Network outlets – anything special to consider?

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Andre77•20 Jan 2020 19:20

Answers: 30

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SteffenBank • 29 Feb 2020 12:21

Number of recessed ceiling lights in the upper floor hallway

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Andre77•11 Feb 2020 23:55

Answers: 50

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hampshire • 19 Feb 2020 22:52

Wi-Fi Access Points – Which Ones to Choose?

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Grantlhaua•20 Jan 2020 07:07

Answers: 59

truce • 19 Feb 2020 21:53

Interconnected Smoke Alarms – But Which Ones?

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Grantlhaua•19 Feb 2020 07:12

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world-e • 19 Feb 2020 12:51

What is the recommended height for electrical outlets on the TV wall?

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Matthias 40•23 Mar 2019 11:17

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Matthias 40 • 18 Feb 2020 21:12

Installing Network Cables

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Stadtvilla19•13 Feb 2020 12:56

Answers: 43

11ant • 15 Feb 2020 13:53

Socket Placement

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Andre77•22 Dec 2019 18:54

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DieterG • 26 Jan 2020 18:09

PoE Access Point – Connection

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Andre77•12 Jan 2020 19:55

Answers: 12

Golfi90 • 13 Jan 2020 07:47

Roller shutters close unexpectedly

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Hampek•11 Jan 2020 09:07

Answers: 6

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WingVII • 11 Jan 2020 19:44

Outdoor light fixture with built-in camera

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Baumhaus.Bau•7 Jan 2020 16:56

Answers: 12

Vicky Pedia • 8 Jan 2020 14:05

How to Position a Ubiquiti Access Point (nanoHD or Other) in a New Build

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Schimi1983•5 Jan 2020 12:38

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guckuck2 • 5 Jan 2020 17:14

New Electricity Contract – Looking for More Affordable Electricity Providers

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Hans-Maulwurf•30 Dec 2019 09:35

Answers: 31

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nordanney • 3 Jan 2020 10:46

Costs for Network Installation (Conduits, Cat7 Cable, Wall Outlet)

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Andre77•30 Dec 2019 10:29

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Andre77 • 30 Dec 2019 21:52

Home Automation Planning and Costs

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kirsel•15 Jan 2014 16:54

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Piotr1981 • 27 Dec 2019 04:58

Switchable high-voltage power outlet

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KampfKraut•21 Dec 2019 11:44

Answers: 13

Mycraft • 23 Dec 2019 11:11

Surveillance Cameras: Pros and Cons

Andrea85•16 Dec 2019 14:55

Answers: 79

Mycraft • 23 Dec 2019 00:22

Routing pipes through chiseled screed

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Tassimat•19 Dec 2019 23:00

Answers: 5

Dr Hix • 20 Dec 2019 23:41

Electrician Appointment – Any Tips?

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Andre77•16 Dec 2019 21:55

Answers: 4

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Otus11 • 16 Dec 2019 23:15

Bathroom - Recessed Lights - Alexa Control

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Andre77•15 Dec 2019 22:52

Answers: 5

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Andre77 • 15 Dec 2019 23:54

Installed Concrete Junction Boxes | DALI Circuit

lin0r87•13 Dec 2019 03:55

Answers: 10

lin0r87 • 14 Dec 2019 16:03

The electrical cable coming out of the brick joint needs to be relocated.

Golfi90•11 Dec 2019 02:05

Answers: 2

Golfi90 • 11 Dec 2019 07:14

What is the required space for an electrical outlet inside a window reveal?

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Andre77•5 Dec 2019 21:13

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dab_dab • 10 Dec 2019 09:48