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Roofing
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How to Get Rid of Moss on a Roof
How to get rid of moss on a roof is a common concern for many homeowners. But it…
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How Often Should You Have Your Roof Inspected?
Your roof should ideally be inspected at least once a year – ideally every six months – to…
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Is a Leaking Asbestos Roof Dangerous?
We’ve all heard of the issues surrounding asbestos and the potential health risks it carries. It was banned…
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What is a Chimney Stack and Why Is It Important?
There is a good chance you don’t think much about your chimney; it’s there, it does a job,…
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Can You Put Solar Panels on a Flat Roof?
Solar panels are a popular choice for homes and businesses looking to reduce their energy bills, but for…
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Roof Maintenance Tips for Homeowners and Landlords
Your roof and its condition are probably quite far from your thoughts. It’s there, it serves its purpose,…
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Can You Paint Lead Flashing?
The lead flashing that seals roof intersections and joints plays a crucial role in ensuring that water cannot…
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How to Insulate a Pitched Roof from the Inside
If your pitched roof isn’t sufficiently insulated, you’ll soon find that your home starts to feel quite cold….
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How Long Should an Asphalt Roof Last?
Asphalt roofs are a common sight in London, frequently found on both residential and commercial properties. Their durable…
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Should I Repair or Replace Gutters?
Gutters play a subtle yet important role. Expertly diverting water away from the roof, brickwork and foundations, your…
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Will Homeowners Insurance Cover a Leaking Roof?
A leaking roof is never welcome; its potential for causing widespread damage to your home can be huge,…
electricians
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Are Flickering LED Lights Dangerous?
Flickering LED lights can be dangerous, but not every flicker indicates danger. Sometimes, an LED might flicker because…
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What to do in a Power Cut?
It’s only once the power goes out that we truly realise just how much we rely on it,…
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Why Does My RCD Keep Tripping?
The RCD plays an important role in your home, and with them now being legally required on modern…
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How to Prevent Electrical Fire
Electrical fires are among the most common, but preventable causes of house fires in the UK. Data from…
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When Does a House Need Rewiring?
Rewiring your house may not cross your mind very often. However, it can often prove to be a…
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How Often Should Emergency Lighting be Tested?
Emergency lighting systems play an essential role in commercial and residential properties across London. Activating when mains power…
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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Electrical Repairs?
Electrical issues can arise at home, often taking you by surprise. Without a clear indication of what has…
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What Appliances Use the Most Electricity?
With energy bills remaining a concern, homeowners and tenants are constantly looking for ways to save money on…
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What is an EICR Certificate & Do You Need One?
Whether a homeowner, landlord or business owner, electrical safety should remain a property priority. The EICR, also known…
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What is PAT Testing & Do I Need it?
Commercial property owners and landlords often find that the mountains of paperwork, compliance checks and safety guidelines mean…
Boiler & Heating Repairs
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Boiler Lockouts & Common Fault Codes
A boiler lockout might take you by surprise, and in winter months, when the boiler works harder than…
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Why Is My Radiator Cold at the Bottom?
Your radiator is likely cold at the bottom due to a sludge build-up in the bottom and middle…
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How to Reduce Boiler Pressure Safely
The easiest way to safely reduce boiler pressure is to bleed your radiators. This releases any trapped air…
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What To Do If You Have Hot Water But No Heating
If you have hot water but no heating, check several things before calling an emergency boiler engineer. Your…
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Boiler Losing Pressure: Common Faults and Remedies
A boiler loses pressure because there is a water leak or a failed internal component. This can drop…
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My Boiler Keeps Turning Off: What Do I Do?
If a boiler keeps turning off, it could be due to many reasons. It could be the pre-heat…
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Why is My Boiler Whistling?
Your boiler might be whistling due to several things. It could be an issue with the pressure; there…
Plumbing
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Are Blocked Drains Covered by Home Insurance?
Home insurance does not cover blocked drains on most policies; however, if the blockage is caused by something…
Security
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How to Prevent Burglary in Your London Home
Locked windows, timers for internal lights, sensors for external lights and deadlocking doors are some ways to prevent…
