DIY repairs videos
Many of us experience small repair problems from time to time. Our 'You can do it!' instructional videos will show you how to carry out minor DIY jobs in your home, including:
- how to prevent damp and mould
- how to change a bathroom light bulb
- how to unblock a sink
- how to unblock a toilet
- what to do if you have no power
- what to do if you have no heating
- window safety
- maintaining UPVC windows
How to prevent damp and mould
You will need:
- Health and Safety Executive (HSE) approved mould spray
- cleaning cloths
Note for iPhone users and Youtube. There is a known bug with iOS and Youtube, Two buttons are read before the player but provide no functionality. We advise that you skip these to access the content.
How to change a bathroom light bulb
You will need:
- a secure stepladder
- a Phillips-head ("crosshead") screwdriver
- a 2D bathroom lightbulb (in most cases. Bring the old bulb to a DIY shop if you're not sure)
Note for iPhone users and Youtube. There is a known bug with iOS and Youtube, Two buttons are read before the player but provide no functionality. We advise that you skip these to access the content.
How to unblock a sink
You will need:
- a plunger
- 2 pieces of cloth
Note for iPhone users and Youtube. There is a known bug with iOS and Youtube, Two buttons are read before the player but provide no functionality. We advise that you skip these to access the content.
How to unblock a toilet
You will need
- a toilet plunger
or
- a mop
- a plastic bin bag
- rubber gloves
Note for iPhone users and Youtube. There is a known bug with iOS and Youtube, Two buttons are read before the player but provide no functionality. We advise that you skip these to access the content.
What to do if you have no power
You will need:
- a securely erected ladder
Note for iPhone users and Youtube. There is a known bug with iOS and Youtube, Two buttons are read before the player but provide no functionality. We advise that you skip these to access the content.
What to do if you have no heating
Note for iPhone users and Youtube. There is a known bug with iOS and Youtube, Two buttons are read before the player but provide no functionality. We advise that you skip these to access the content.
Window safety
Note for iPhone users and Youtube. There is a known bug with iOS and Youtube, Two buttons are read before the player but provide no functionality. We advise that you skip these to access the content.
Maintaining UPVC windows
Note for iPhone users and Youtube. There is a known bug with iOS and Youtube, Two buttons are read before the player but provide no functionality. We advise that you skip these to access the content.
If you're still experiencing problems, report a repair online.