Tag: repairs
All the articles with the tag "repairs".
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.
Case Study: Failed Shower Sealant, a Rotten Wall Corner and the Repair
Water escaping past old shower sealant had rusted the metal corner bead and blown the plaster beside the enclosure. How we stripped out the damage, rebuilt the corner, redecorated and resealed the shower tray.
When a Radiator Needs Replacing: Rust, Leaks and Corroded Valves
Rust along the bottom of a radiator, a weeping valve or water stains on the carpet? The signs a radiator or valve has reached the end of its life, why it happens, and what a replacement involves.
Food Waste Disposer Replacement: When to Repair and When to Replace
Kitchen waste disposer humming, jammed, leaking or not turning on? Common faults, quick checks you can do safely, and what's involved in replacing a unit like an InSinkErator under the sink.
Case Study: Resurfacing a Solid Oak Kitchen Worktop
Stained, dull or water-marked wooden worktops can usually be brought back rather than replaced. How we sanded back and re-oiled a solid oak kitchen worktop, and how to keep a wooden worktop looking good.