Home maintenance

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

Home maintenance

5 March 2024

Help keep leaks at bay and catch issues early with our handy guide on how to maintain your roof.

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Home improvements: what your insurer needs to know

Home maintenance

4 March 2024

From putting a new lick of paint on the living room walls to remodelling the kitchen, planning new home improvements is an exciting time. Find out what your insurer needs to know before you start here.

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Is your home ready for winter?

Home maintenance

2 November 2023

Make sure your home stays warm and cosy whatever the weather.

Rain gutter cleaning from leaves in autumn with hand
A step-by-step guide to cleaning your gutters

Home maintenance

10 October 2023

Cleaning your gutters may seem like a daunting and messy task, but with the right tools you can keep them clean, clear, and working correctly

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How to treat woodworm

Home maintenance

10 March 2023

Here's everything you need to know about types of woodworm, how to spot infestations and how to treat it.

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Spotting the most common boiler problems

Home maintenance

2 February 2023

Find out everything you need to know about the most common boilers problems, and how AXA will protect your boiler when the worst happens.

Dripping tap
How to fix a dripping tap

Home maintenance

14 July 2022

Check out our guide on how to fix a dripping tap and help to keep your home safe from water damage.

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.

Subsidence
What is subsidence and its signs?

Home maintenance

14 July 2022

Find out how to spot the signs of subsidence and ways to prevent it in our handy guide.