The ultimate guide to saving your home from disaster

Would you know what to do if a pipe suddenly burst in your home?

Don’t worry if you answered no, you’re not alone! Only 42% of UK residents said they would know how to find and use their stop tap in an emergency, according to research provided by WaterSafe.

That’s why we’ve launched a new how-to hub to help you maintain your home and prevent an emergency disaster.

Our maintenance team has been busy filming instructional videos that walk you through what to do if you get a burst pipe, if your electricity suddenly trips, or what to do if you find yourself locked out of your home.

They’ve filled the page with all of these videos along with some other helpful tips on some of the more day-to-day jobs like:

• How to change a lightbulb (including recessed and tube bulbs)
• How to replace a toilet seat
• How to unblock your drain or toilet
• How to replace a plug chain

When you move in, we’ll make sure your home is safe and in a liveable condition. Ensuring you have working lightbulbs, toilet seats, sink plugs, drains, damage-free glazing, working drains and electricity.

However, like any other home, you’ll still need to maintain it by replacing things when they’re broken or worn, like lightbulbs or batteries.

This information empowers you by giving you the know-how to maintain your home. The best thing is that it’s available 24/7 from the palm of your hand. Saving you from having to report a repair and having to pay to get it resolved. Instead, when the issue arises, you can just log on knowing there's a quick and easy guide to help you resolve the issue.

Don’t miss out, visit the how-to hub here: www.staffshousing.org.uk/maintain