DIY and Maintenance
Below are our 10 articles in the 'diy and maintenance' category:

There are different types of ‘damp’ which can affect our homes and there are often different causes. If the resulting problems are left untreated they can ruin clothes, furniture, both internal and ...

The procedure you should follow if you encounter a burst water pipe at home. The importance of switching off the electrics of the boiler or heating system as well as being aware of electrical dangers ...

It's a common complaint among householders - finding a reputable tradesman is next to impossible.
The route to finding a good reputable tradesman is not as ...

How to take steps to minimise the damage to your home which can be caused by extreme weather. The things you can do to maintain the structure of your home and measures you should take in securing ...

Small jobs like changing washers, replacing taps, or replacing a ball float in the cistern may be undertaken if you have the know how but if you don't know what you're doing when it comes to fixing a ...

Electrical fires are one of the most common causes of damage and death in the home, and most of these fires can be easily avoided with a few simple checks, and knowing what to look out for. If you ...

If you live in an older property and it is in need of repair or renovation, it is worthwhile thinking about a re-mortgage to fund the work that needs to be done.
Renovating your property will add to ...

The expression 'a stitch in time …' is entirely appropriate when dealing with structural defects in your home or business. Prevention is always easier, and cheaper, than repairs on neglected areas, ...

Any painting jobs you choose to do yourself at home should be a rewarding, enjoyable and above all a safe experience. DIY related injuries in the UK are around the ...

The importance of obtaining planning permission before you make any structural or other major external alterations to your property. How you can be forced to return your property to its original ...