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What to check when something goes wrong at home, and the point at which a qualified professional should take over.

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A ceiling stain from a roof leak in a South African lounge, with a tiled roof visible outside.

Home Improvement

When a Roof Leak Needs a Roofer, Not a Handyman

How to tell a ceiling stain that a handyman can make good from a leak that belongs with a roofer or a waterproofing specialist.

Updated 5 hours ago2 min read

A plumber using drain rods on a flooded outdoor gully beside a face-brick house.

Blocked Drain: What to Try Before You Call a Plumber

Safe checks for a slow basin, shower or outdoor gully, and the signs that mean you should stop and book a plumber.

Updated 5 hours ago2 min read