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.
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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 pagesA practical exterior maintenance guide covering gutters, downpipes, roofs, exterior walls, doors, fences, gates, decking, paths, drains and seasonal outdoor checks.
PDF · 5 pagesA straightforward guide to understanding damp, mould and condensation, including common causes, warning signs, ventilation, leaks and when a problem needs professional investigation.
PDF · 4 pagesA practical guide to maintaining bathrooms, covering sealant, showers, taps, extractor fans, leaks, condensation and spotting signs of hidden damp or water damage.
PDF · 4 pagesPractical 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 pagesEssential household electrical information covering consumer units, circuit breakers, power trips, sockets, plugs, extension leads, light bulbs, power cuts and electrical warning signs.
PDF · 5 pagesA 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 pagesA beginner friendly guide to common household plumbing, covering drains, taps, toilets, leaks, burst pipes, frozen pipes, isolation valves and water pressure.
PDF · 5 pagesEveryday maintenance guidance for doors, windows and locks, including hinges, sticking doors, handles, draught proofing, seals, uPVC care and condensation.
PDF · 5 pagesA practical guide to common walls, ceilings and decorating jobs, including wall types, cracks, holes, fixings, shelves, pictures, plaster and basic paint repairs.
PDF · 6 pagesA 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 pagesA 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 pageA practical exterior maintenance guide covering gutters, downpipes, roofs, exterior walls, doors, fences, gates, decking, paths, drains and seasonal outdoor checks.
PDF · 1 pageA straightforward guide to understanding damp, mould and condensation, including common causes, warning signs, ventilation, leaks and when a problem needs professional investigation.
PDF · 1 pageA practical guide to maintaining bathrooms, covering sealant, showers, taps, extractor fans, leaks, condensation and spotting signs of hidden damp or water damage.
PDF · 1 pagePractical 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 pageEssential household electrical information covering consumer units, circuit breakers, power trips, sockets, plugs, extension leads, light bulbs, power cuts and electrical warning signs.
PDF · 1 pageA 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 pageA beginner friendly guide to common household plumbing, covering drains, taps, toilets, leaks, burst pipes, frozen pipes, isolation valves and water pressure.
PDF · 1 pageEveryday maintenance guidance for doors, windows and locks, including hinges, sticking doors, handles, draught proofing, seals, uPVC care and condensation.
PDF · 1 pageA practical guide to common walls, ceilings and decorating jobs, including wall types, cracks, holes, fixings, shelves, pictures, plaster and basic paint repairs.
PDF · 1 pageA 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