Something's
not right at home.
Plumbing, mould, pests, stains. Find out what causes the problem and what the official guidance says to do about it.
Each guide links to the maker, public health body or university guidance it is based on.
4 guides · Official guidance · No dangerous DIY
How to clean a dryer vent and lint filter safely
Lint in a tumble dryer filter or exhaust duct blocks airflow and can cause a fire. Clean the filter every load and the vent duct at least once a year.
Open the guideHow to get rid of fruit flies in the kitchen
Fruit flies breed in ripe produce, drains, bins and damp mops. Find and remove every breeding site, then trap the adults left with a vinegar jar trap.
Open the guideMould on silicone sealant: clean it or replace it
Black mould on bath or shower sealant grows on damp, poorly ventilated surfaces. Use a mould remover; if it has set deep into the bead, replace it.
Open the guideToilet keeps running: find the leak and stop it
A running toilet is usually a worn flapper or valve seal letting water into the bowl, or a fill valve overfilling the tank. Test it, then fix the part.
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