Home Maintenance for Renters
A practical guide to managing maintenance in a rented home, including reporting repairs, documenting damage, leaks and damp, emergency problems and moving in and out checks.
PDF · 4 pages
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Outside the Home
A practical exterior maintenance guide covering gutters, downpipes, roofs, exterior walls, doors, fences, gates, decking, paths, drains and seasonal outdoor checks.
PDF · 5 pagesDamp, Mould & Condensation
A straightforward guide to understanding damp, mould and condensation, including common causes, warning signs, ventilation, leaks and when a problem needs professional investigation.
PDF · 4 pagesBathroom Maintenance
A practical guide to maintaining bathrooms, covering sealant, showers, taps, extractor fans, leaks, condensation and spotting signs of hidden damp or water damage.
PDF · 4 pagesKitchen & Appliance Maintenance
Practical maintenance guidance for common kitchen and laundry appliances, including washing machines, tumble dryers, dishwashers, fridges, ovens, extractor hoods and appliance hoses, seals and filters.
PDF · 5 pagesElectrical Basics & Safety
Essential household electrical information covering consumer units, circuit breakers, power trips, sockets, plugs, extension leads, light bulbs, power cuts and electrical warning signs.
PDF · 5 pagesHeating & Radiators
A practical introduction to household heating and radiators, including boiler controls, thermostats, radiator valves, bleeding radiators, common problems and essential gas and carbon monoxide safety.
PDF · 5 pagesPlumbing Basics
A beginner friendly guide to common household plumbing, covering drains, taps, toilets, leaks, burst pipes, frozen pipes, isolation valves and water pressure.
PDF · 5 pagesDoors, Windows & Locks
Everyday maintenance guidance for doors, windows and locks, including hinges, sticking doors, handles, draught proofing, seals, uPVC care and condensation.
PDF · 5 pagesWalls, Ceilings & Decorating Repairs
A practical guide to common walls, ceilings and decorating jobs, including wall types, cracks, holes, fixings, shelves, pictures, plaster and basic paint repairs.
PDF · 6 pagesHome Maintenance Basics
A practical beginner’s guide to looking after a home, covering routine maintenance, essential tools, utilities, safety checks, emergency controls and knowing when to call a professional.
PDF · 6 pagesHome Maintenance for Renters info poster
A practical guide to managing maintenance in a rented home, including reporting repairs, documenting damage, leaks and damp, emergency problems and moving in and out checks.
PDF · 1 pageOutside the Home info poster
A practical exterior maintenance guide covering gutters, downpipes, roofs, exterior walls, doors, fences, gates, decking, paths, drains and seasonal outdoor checks.
PDF · 1 pageDamp, Mould & Condensation info poster
A straightforward guide to understanding damp, mould and condensation, including common causes, warning signs, ventilation, leaks and when a problem needs professional investigation.
PDF · 1 pageBathroom Maintenance info poster
A practical guide to maintaining bathrooms, covering sealant, showers, taps, extractor fans, leaks, condensation and spotting signs of hidden damp or water damage.
PDF · 1 pageKitchen & Appliance Maintenance info poster
Practical maintenance guidance for common kitchen and laundry appliances, including washing machines, tumble dryers, dishwashers, fridges, ovens, extractor hoods and appliance hoses, seals and filters.
PDF · 1 pageElectrical Basics & Safety info poster
Essential household electrical information covering consumer units, circuit breakers, power trips, sockets, plugs, extension leads, light bulbs, power cuts and electrical warning signs.
PDF · 1 pageHeating & Radiators info poster
A practical introduction to household heating and radiators, including boiler controls, thermostats, radiator valves, bleeding radiators, common problems and essential gas and carbon monoxide safety.
PDF · 1 pagePlumbing Basics info poster
A beginner friendly guide to common household plumbing, covering drains, taps, toilets, leaks, burst pipes, frozen pipes, isolation valves and water pressure.
PDF · 1 pageDoors, Windows & Locks info poster
Everyday maintenance guidance for doors, windows and locks, including hinges, sticking doors, handles, draught proofing, seals, uPVC care and condensation.
PDF · 1 pageWalls, Ceilings & Decorating Repairs info poster
A practical guide to common walls, ceilings and decorating jobs, including wall types, cracks, holes, fixings, shelves, pictures, plaster and basic paint repairs.
PDF · 1 pageHome Maintenance Basics info poster
A practical beginner’s guide to looking after a home, covering routine maintenance, essential tools, utilities, safety checks, emergency controls and knowing when to call a professional.
PDF · 1 page