8 steps to unblock a toilet
8 steps to unblock a toilet - Easy to follow how to guide
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Why getting your home lighting "right", is so important.
Did you know light bulbs affect mood? Blue light boosts serotonin for focus, while non-blue bulbs trigger melatonin, promoting relaxation and better sleep.
Removing black mould from your home.
Black mould is caused by the presence of excess moisture in a building. This can be the result of leaks, flooding, or poor ventilation. Exposure to mould can cause respiratory issues, such as difficulty breathing, coughing, and congestion.
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Did you know that 28% of all boiler break downs happen between December and January?
Boilers are more likely to break down in December and January. Frozen water in pipes, the boiler itself and the condensate pipe can create a blockage which will cause the boiler to stop working. A boiler is much like a car in that it needs to be maintained to keep it in good condition.
Japanese Knotweed
Japanese knotweed... just how bad is it?
Japanese knotweed is a hardy bamboo-like perennial plant that grows quickly and strongly. It was introduced into the UK in the mid-19th century. It can have a negative effect on your home's value if left untreated. Knotweed has roots that seek out moisture and can cause damage.
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Asbestos in homes
If your home was built or extended between 1930 and 1999 it is likely to contain asbestos in some form. But where can you find it in your home and how dangerous is it?
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The importance of regular drain maintenance.
Spring has finally arrived and fingers crossed, we should start to see temperatures rising as we head towards summer. Changes in temperatures can have a significant impact in many areas of our homes, not least our drains, which can in turn lead to problems with properties of all sizes.
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Spring maintenance tips
We've put together some spring maintenance tasks to keep your home in tip top shape
How important is maintaining your home when it comes to making a valid home insurance claim?
With one in five home insurance claims in the UK rejected last year it's important to know what is covered and what isn’t on your home insurance policy.
Creating your own task lists and activities using Planna.
We’ve created a powerful, intelligent and flexible system that is fully customisable. Take a look below for a walk through on how to creating your own shopping list.
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The Top 10 Most Common Issues Found In UK Homes
Leaving maintenance issues to morph into growing problems raises the costs of the fix, and can potentially damage the long-term value of your property. Preventing maintenance issues as soon as possible is therefore crucial.
The Tax Benefits of Home Maintenance in the UK
Landlords can deduct expenses from their finances when working out taxable rental income as long as they are wholly and exclusively for the purpose of renting out the property. Up to 1.5 million landlords had underpaid or failed to pay up to half a billion pounds in tax.