Home maintenance

Man on ladder cleans gutter on a house roof
How to health-check your roof

Home maintenance

5 March 2024

Learn how to keep your roof leak-free and protected year-round, from checking for wear to DIY repairs.

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Home improvements: what your insurer needs to know

Home maintenance

4 March 2024

Discover what you need to know about home improvements and insurance cover, from DIY dos and don'ts to what work you need to tell your insurer about.

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Is your home ready for winter?

Home maintenance

2 November 2023

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.

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A step-by-step guide to cleaning your gutters

Home maintenance

10 October 2023

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

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How to treat woodworm

Home maintenance

10 March 2023

Learn everything you need to know about protecting your home from wood-boring beetles, including understanding the threat, identifying infestation, and effective treatment methods.

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Spotting the most common boiler problems

Home maintenance

2 February 2023

Discover common boiler issues, from leaks to maintenance, and learn how to troubleshoot them effectively.

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How to fix a dripping tap

Home maintenance

14 July 2022

Learn how to fix a dripping tap and protect your home from water damage with our easy-to-follow guide.

Black mould against a white wall
What is mould and how to get rid of it?

Home maintenance

14 July 2022

Find out everything you need to know about mould and causes, treatment and long-term solutions to protect your home.

What is subsidence and its signs?

Home maintenance

14 July 2022

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