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Building Maintenance | diyhomemaintenance

WALLS
Lookout for cracking in your brickwork and stonework. Also check for crumbling bricks or mortar. You will need the help of a builder to sort these problems, left unattended to could cause major problems. Finding a good local builder to carry out home maintenance checks and carry out any repairs could prevent any more serious problems in the future.

WINDOWS
Look for missing mastic or cement seals around windows and doors.

ROOF and CHIMNEYS
Look for broken tiles or slates. Check the chimney pot for cracks or crumbling. Chimney pots can easily get damaged by bad weather if you don't want to get up on the roof yourself you can ask a builder to check over the roof and chimney.

GUTTERING

Keep gutters clear of blockages and check for any leaks. Leaking pipes can cause a whole host of problems inside the house so it's very important to ensure these problems are taken care of.