Advice for Homeowners and Landlords
Plain-English guides on repair responsibilities, costs and keeping a property in good condition. Each article shows when it was last updated.
Landlords & legal
Landlord Property Maintenance Legal Obligations in England
Landlord property maintenance legal obligations in England: Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 s.11, Homes (Fitness for Human…
Updated 25 October 2026 Read the guide →Assured Tenancy Landlord Maintenance Obligations (Formerly Assured Shorthold Tenancy)
Landlord repair obligations under an assured tenancy in England (formerly assured shorthold): Section 11 Landlord and Te…
Updated 25 October 2026 Read the guide →How to Manage a Rental Property Remotely: A Landlord's Guide
How to manage maintenance for a rental property in Salisbury or Wiltshire when you live elsewhere: legal obligations for…
Updated 29 August 2026 Read the guide →Costs & choosing a handyman
What Does a Handyman Do? A Complete Guide
What does a handyman do? A precise guide to handyman scope in the UK: services covered, legal limits, what requires a sp…
Updated 25 October 2026 Read the guide →How Much Does a Handyman Cost in Salisbury? 2026 Pricing Guide
Handyman pricing guide for Salisbury and Wiltshire 2026: hourly rates (£20–£40/hr), fixed-price jobs, callout fees, VAT…
Updated 25 October 2026 Read the guide →Handyman vs Tradesman: When to Use Each for Home Repairs
Handyman vs tradesman in the UK: when to use each, legal scope of handyman work, what requires Gas Safe or Part P certif…
Updated 25 October 2026 Read the guide →DIY vs Professional Home Repairs: A UK Homeowner's Guide
DIY vs professional home repairs in the UK: what the law allows, where DIY becomes risky, the true cost of failed DIY, U…
Updated 25 October 2026 Read the guide →How to Find a Reliable Handyman in Wiltshire
How to find a reliable handyman in Wiltshire: what questions to ask before booking, insurance requirements, red flags to…
Updated 29 August 2026 Read the guide →Home maintenance & repairs
Annual Home Maintenance Schedule for UK Homeowners
Annual home maintenance schedule for UK homeowners: seasonal checklist across spring, summer, autumn, and winter, which…
Updated 29 August 2026 Read the guide →When Do You Need an Emergency Handyman? Key Warning Signs
When to call an emergency handyman: what counts as a home emergency, burst pipes, broken locks, electrical faults, storm…
Updated 29 August 2026 Read the guide →Preparing Your Home for Winter: Complete UK Property Guide
Preparing your home for winter in the UK: gutter clearing, pipe insulation, boiler servicing, roof inspection, draught-p…
Updated 29 August 2026 Read the guide →Garden Maintenance Through the Seasons in Wiltshire
Seasonal garden maintenance guide for Wiltshire: chalk downland and clay vale soil conditions, frost dates, spring throu…
Updated 29 August 2026 Read the guide →How to Paint Skirting Boards Without Ruining Your Carpet
Complete guide to painting skirting boards: oil-based gloss vs water-based satin, preparation steps, protecting carpets,…
Updated 29 August 2026 Read the guide →Home Renovation Planning Guide for Salisbury Homeowners
Planning a home renovation in Salisbury: permitted development rights, Conservation Area rules, listed building consent,…
Updated 29 August 2026 Read the guide →Common Home Repair Problems in Older UK Properties
Most common repair problems in older UK properties: rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation, failed pointing, timber…
Updated 29 August 2026 Read the guide →Damp in Older Salisbury Homes: Causes, Diagnosis & Who to Call
Rising damp, penetrating damp, and condensation in older Salisbury properties: how to tell them apart, causes, and when…
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