Rising damp happens when moisture from the ground travels up through your walls, usually because the damp-proof course has failed. Here's what causes it, the damage it can do and how to treat it.
Preventive maintenance means looking after your home before things go wrong. We explain what it involves and why it's better, and cheaper, than reacting to problems.
Looking after your home can also lower your insurance costs. We explain how regular maintenance reduces the risk of damage and claims and can help keep your premiums down.
An RCD that keeps tripping is usually doing its job. We explain what makes an RCD trip and a step-by-step way to find the faulty appliance or circuit causing the problem.
Changing a plug is a simple job when you know how. Follow our step-by-step guide to removing the old plug, preparing the wires and fitting a new one safely.
More than a quarter of boiler breakdowns happen in December and January. We explain why, how to prevent a breakdown, the signs your boiler needs replacing and why summer is the best time to act.
Many common problems in UK homes can be prevented with regular maintenance. We look at the ten issues found most often and how to tackle them before they become expensive.
