Tag: landlords
All the articles with the tag "landlords".
Damp and Leak Investigation: Finding the Real Cause Before You Repair
Damp patches, peeling paint or blown plaster? How we investigate damp and leaks: condensation, penetrating damp, rising damp and plumbing leaks, using moisture meters to find the source before any repair.
Handyman Repairs for Landlords and Letting Agents: The Jobs That Keep Tenants Happy
The small repairs that cause the most tenant complaints, from sticking doors and broken handles to dripping taps, curtain poles and blinds, and how a reliable handyman service keeps properties let.
Radiator Cold at the Top or Bottom? Bleeding, Balancing and Common Heating Problems
Radiator cold at the top, cold at the bottom, or some rooms never warming up? How to bleed and balance radiators, what sludge does, and when to call a heating engineer.
Bath and Shower Resealing: Stopping Leaks and Mouldy Silicone
Black, mouldy or peeling silicone around your bath or shower? Why sealant fails, how a proper reseal is done, and the signs of a hidden shower leak, from our plumbing and maintenance team.
Running Toilet, Weak Flush or Leaking Cistern? Common Toilet Problems and Fixes
Toilet won't stop running, flushes weakly or leaks at the base? The usual causes, what you can check yourself, and when to call a plumber. Advice for homeowners and landlords.
What Happens During an EICR? How Long It Takes and How to Prepare
Booked an EICR? What the electrician inspects and tests, how long it takes for a flat or house, how long the power is off, how to prepare, and what landlords must do with the report.
Bathroom and Kitchen Extractor Fans: Building Regulations, Sizing and Stopping Mould
How powerful should a bathroom or kitchen extractor fan be? Building Regulations extract rates, bathroom zones, timers and humidistats, ducting, and why fans are your first defence against damp and mould.
PAT Testing: Do Landlords and Businesses Need It?
Is PAT testing a legal requirement? What the law actually says for businesses and landlords, how often to test, what a PAT test involves, and why records matter. Advice from an NICEIC Approved Contractor.