The old adage > would you say that "the cobblers son is the worst shod" ?

Question

Hi Folks,

I am an electrical engineer by trade & learning, but my house wiring, although perfectly safe & according to regs, is a nightmare to behold.

I hear that most folks in trade seem to have a "that'll be fine" attitude when it comes to stuff at home.

Any similar notions ?

Bob

Answer 1

well i have new concrete sidewalks and a brick porch but still have a big gravel driveway...someday we will pour it...

Answer 2

I suppose that if working on your own gaff, you could say "if this was someone else's place, I would be paid for it."

After a hard day's wiring, you don't really want to come home and do the same thing. Depends on what the Mrs. thinks, as always.

Coming, dear.....

Answer 3

Oh, always. I can't remember the last time I backed up my home computer, and at work, I monitor every backup twice daily & rerun some immediately for any missed objects, am super-organised, & document everything to ISO standards. Our group observes a paperless office & shares everything online. At home, there are experiments with trailing wires all over one room, & scribbled drafts under any equipment heavy enough to use as a paperweight.    

My uncle teaches in a catering college. At home, he cooks a fry for his family maybe once a week.

I think it's a good balance. Our local butcher is a vegetarian! At least we like our jobs & know when enough is enough.  

Answer 4

Definitely - you should see architects' houses: veritable building sites.

Answer 5

this not about your question i post up awhile ago about a wall socket can you help take a look at that about wall socket wires bruned and now no power just on that wall everything else work

Answer 6

Well looking at most hairdressers barnets I would have to agree!  

Answer 7

I used to be a secretary, but loathe writing letters.

I often ask myself what I am doing here on Answers.  This is short, sweet and more fun.

Answer 8

Its true

Answer 9

But !! Most butchers dogs are WELL fit.