Home tips and FAQs

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What is subsidence and how can you spot it?

Home maintenance

19 November 2025

Discover everything you need to know about subsidence, including its signs, causes, risks, treatment, prevention, and fixing solutions.

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How to bleed a radiator

Heating and energy

18 November 2025

Learn why bleeding radiators is crucial, how to identify gas heating problems, and the step-by-step process of bleeding a radiator, along with long-term solutions to improve home heating efficiency.

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How to fix a broken gutter

Home maintenance

10 November 2025

Learn how to keep your gutters well-maintained, and discover the potential long-term solutions to guttering maintenance.

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A step-by-step guide to cleaning your gutters

Home maintenance

10 November 2025

Learn how to effectively clean your gutters at home to protect your property from water damage.

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How to pest-proof your home

Home maintenance

10 November 2025

Learn how to pest-proof your home for winter and keep unwelcome critters at bay with our expert tips and advice.

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Smoke alarms: choosing the right one

Home safety

10 November 2025

Learn how to protect your home from fires with the right smoke alarm and essential safety measures.

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Should you buy a leasehold property?

Home buying and selling

10 November 2025

Discover the difference between leasehold and freehold properties, and find out which might be right for you when buying a new home.

Festive FAQ-buster: AXA Home Insurance

Home insurance policies

21 October 2025

Discover how AXA Home Insurance covers Christmas presents, food, fire damage, and more during the festive season.

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Is your home ready for winter?

Home maintenance

21 October 2025

Prepare your home for winter with our top tips on dealing with heating, blackouts, floods, gutters, and making sure you've got the right level of insurance cover.