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The best way to deal with mould is to prevent it happening in the first place, but if it does, you should know how to spot it and remove it as quickly as possible.

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How to spot, prevent and treat mould in your home this winter

If you don’t identify and deal with mould problems quickly, you could be risking serious damage to your home and potential health problems

If you don’t identify and deal with mould problems quickly, you could be risking serious damage to your home and potential health problems

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Why mould is forming in your home this winter and how to stop it

This family on Bitterne Road West already have their Christmas decorations up - this is why.

This family on Bitterne Road West already have their Christmas decorations up - this is why.

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Why this family have already started putting up their Christmas decorations

Look out for musty smells or mould spots on walls, ceilings or around windows

Look out for musty smells or mould spots on walls, ceilings or around windows

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Tell-tale signs that indicate you've got a mould or damp problem at home

This is everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening.

This is everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening.

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Why condensation is forming on your windows and how to stop it

Here is the easiest way to unblock a toilet without using a plunger

Here is the easiest way to unblock a toilet without using a plunger

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What is the easiest way to unblock a toilet without using a plunger?

Have you ever made your own autumn wreath?

Have you ever made your own autumn wreath?

I made Stacey Solomon's pretty autumn wreath - impressively simple and cheap DIY

As someone with a fear of spiders, I tested out the £1.40 hack to keep spiders out of your home, available from most supermarkets and online

As someone with a fear of spiders, I tested out the £1.40 hack to keep spiders out of your home, available from most supermarkets and online

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This is the £1.40 hack for keeping spiders out of your home - but does it work?

Garages and outbuildings can make the perfect new home for unwanted visitors like rats and mice

Garages and outbuildings can make the perfect new home for unwanted visitors like rats and mice

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Garage expert's top tips for keeping rats away from garages and outbuildings

One expert has shared her top tips to bring your clothes back to life and smelling great

One expert has shared her top tips to bring your clothes back to life and smelling great

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Storage expert's 50p hack to keep clothes smelling fresh over winter

Peter from Newtown, who installed 16 Solar Panels and battery storage through Solar Together, shares his positive experience.

Peter from Newtown, who installed 16 Solar Panels and battery storage through Solar Together, shares his positive experience.

Hampshire's new scheme makes solar more affordable

The small grey insects can be found in homes all year round but they particularly thrive in rooms with high humidity.

The small grey insects can be found in homes all year round but they particularly thrive in rooms with high humidity.

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Warning issued to households as silverfish infestations peak this month

Roman Woolhouse suffered burns on his foot from the hot kitchen flooring

Roman Woolhouse suffered burns on his foot from the hot kitchen flooring

Mum issues warning to parents after toddler's 'freak' burns on kitchen flooring

Millions of households in the UK have been warned they do not have the correct level of contents insurance on their belongings

Millions of households in the UK have been warned they do not have the correct level of contents insurance on their belongings

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Millions issued urgent insurance warning as they are under-protected

Gardening experts are alerting anyone with a wheelie bin of section 46A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990

Gardening experts are alerting anyone with a wheelie bin of section 46A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990

Breaking little-known bin rule could see you fined £80

Fly season has returned

Fly season has returned

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How to stop flies coming into your home as fly season begins to heat up

A variety of bugs, including flour weevils and biscuit beetles, can live in your kitchen cupboards without you realising it

A variety of bugs, including flour weevils and biscuit beetles, can live in your kitchen cupboards without you realising it

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7 bugs that could be living rent-free in your kitchen cupboards - how to spot

Household essentials like lemon juice, baking soda and vinegar can be used to clean mould and grime on garden furniture

Household essentials like lemon juice, baking soda and vinegar can be used to clean mould and grime on garden furniture

How to clean your garden furniture without breaking the bank with 30p hack

Shower heads, shower curtains and toothbrushes should be replaced regularly, according to the bathroom experts at Poshh.co.uk

Shower heads, shower curtains and toothbrushes should be replaced regularly, according to the bathroom experts at Poshh.co.uk

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Exactly how often you should change your toothbrush, loofah and more

Shower heads, shower curtains and toothbrushes should be replaced regularly, according to the bathroom experts at Poshh.co.uk

Shower heads, shower curtains and toothbrushes should be replaced regularly, according to the bathroom experts at Poshh.co.uk

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Exactly how often you should change your toothbrush, loofah and more

Mrs D, known for her tips and tricks for keeping a clean house, has been sharing the warning with her followers

Mrs D, known for her tips and tricks for keeping a clean house, has been sharing the warning with her followers

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The disgusting reason you shouldn't make your bed when you wake up

Rats and mice might try to find their way into your home - here's how to prevent this from happening

Rats and mice might try to find their way into your home - here's how to prevent this from happening

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How to prevent rats and mice getting into your home

Spring cleaning your house can prevent rodent infestations and help your property keep its value

Spring cleaning your house can prevent rodent infestations and help your property keep its value

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Experts share spring cleaning checklist to stop rodents devaluing your property

The Food Standards Agency has shared its advice on the right temperature for your fridge.

The Food Standards Agency has shared its advice on the right temperature for your fridge.

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What temperature should a fridge be?

The Food Standards Agency has shared its advice on the right temperature for your fridge.

The Food Standards Agency has shared its advice on the right temperature for your fridge.

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What temperature should a fridge be? (plus some energy saving tips)

Water stains, musty odours and pests are among the seven signs of house damage to look for.

Water stains, musty odours and pests are among the seven signs of house damage to look for.

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These are the 7 'silent' signs of house damage you need to look out for this spring

Expert warns of the cleaning job you can't ignore this Spring

Expert warns of the cleaning job you can't ignore this Spring

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Expert warns of the cleaning job you can't ignore this Spring

Shock temperature changes, abrasive cleaning and poor installation can cause glass shower screens to explode, according to a team of glass experts.

Shock temperature changes, abrasive cleaning and poor installation can cause glass shower screens to explode, according to a team of glass experts.

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Households issued 'vitally important' warning to avoid 'painful' shower incident

It’s a common mistake for people to use anti-mould paint and then paint over with a colourful paint, according to the DIY pro.

It’s a common mistake for people to use anti-mould paint and then paint over with a colourful paint, according to the DIY pro.

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This DIY mistake could ruin your home as Brits issued warning by home experts

The appliance experts at RGBDirect have given their advice on things you should never put in the freezer not only to protect the other food in there but also the freezer itself.

The appliance experts at RGBDirect have given their advice on things you should never put in the freezer not only to protect the other food in there but also the freezer itself.

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Stocking up your freezer? Keep these 5 'surprising' foods away from it

The bedroom experts at Winstons Beds have warned people who are suffering from morning coughs and itchy skin that it could be because of dust mites.

The bedroom experts at Winstons Beds have warned people who are suffering from morning coughs and itchy skin that it could be because of dust mites.

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6 'warning signs' that you have dust mites in your bed

Tumble dryers cost between £300- £600 on average to purchase which means they're an investment that you will not want to make regularly.

Tumble dryers cost between £300- £600 on average to purchase which means they're an investment that you will not want to make regularly.

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Loading the tumble dryer? Keep these 5 'surprising' items away from it

Llewellyn Kinch, the CEO and co-founder of MakeMyHouseGreen, has discussed the pros and cons of switching off your heating at home while you’re away at work.

Llewellyn Kinch, the CEO and co-founder of MakeMyHouseGreen, has discussed the pros and cons of switching off your heating at home while you’re away at work.

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Should I turn my heating off when I go to work? All the pros and cons

Condensation and moisture on windows and walls are not only unsightly, it encourages the growth of mould that can be more serious for health

Condensation and moisture on windows and walls are not only unsightly, it encourages the growth of mould that can be more serious for health

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This Morning star reveals the £7.50 hack that can stop mould forming in your home

Condensation can damage your windows and furniture, and it can also cause mould to form which could be detrimental to your health.

Condensation can damage your windows and furniture, and it can also cause mould to form which could be detrimental to your health.

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£1.25 Asda item 'definitely the best' for getting rid of damp and condensation

British Gas has shared some tips to help you prevent your pipes from bursting

British Gas has shared some tips to help you prevent your pipes from bursting

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How to prevent frozen pipes from bursting and signs to look out for

This is what temperature you should keep your house at so pipes don’t freeze

This is what temperature you should keep your house at so pipes don’t freeze

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What temperature do house pipes freeze at and should you keep the heating on?

Quotezone.couk has created a checklist of 5 tasks to do in 2024 to protect your home.

Quotezone.couk has created a checklist of 5 tasks to do in 2024 to protect your home.

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Homeowners urged to tackle these 5 jobs in 2024 - see the TLC home checklist

Silverfish do not bite, sting or carry any diseases.

Silverfish do not bite, sting or carry any diseases.

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Warning issued to households ahead of 'likely' silverfish infestation this winter

Checking your roof and bleeding your radiators are on Yell's winter home maintenance checklist.

Checking your roof and bleeding your radiators are on Yell's winter home maintenance checklist.

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Homeowners urged to do these 4 checks of their homes for winter

Kutchenhaus opened its doors at Whiteley Shopping Centre on November 25

Kutchenhaus opened its doors at Whiteley Shopping Centre on November 25

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New kitchen retailer opens showroom in shopping centre

Everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening

Everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening

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Why condensation is forming on your windows and how to stop it

Hard at work on a Still & Bloom product

Hard at work on a Still & Bloom product

The family-run furniture business made famous by a Love Island star

Mrs Hinch fans recommend hot water and washing up liquid for unclogging a toilet.

Mrs Hinch fans recommend hot water and washing up liquid for unclogging a toilet.

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69p product from Aldi and Tesco loved by Mrs Hinch fans for unblocking toilets

Wickes has launched its new House Move Heroes Hub in partnership with Phil Spencer’s property advice platform, Move iQ.

Wickes has launched its new House Move Heroes Hub in partnership with Phil Spencer’s property advice platform, Move iQ.

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The 'overlooked' detail that will sell your house fast, according to Phil Spencer

An NHS doctor has issued a warning to British homes so here we look at B&Q's advice

An NHS doctor has issued a warning to British homes so here we look at B&Q's advice

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B&Q reveals best ways of dealing with damp as NHS issues warning for UK homes

Echo reporter Jose Ramos at No 4 Carlton Boutique Hotel on Carlton Crescent

Echo reporter Jose Ramos at No 4 Carlton Boutique Hotel on Carlton Crescent

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My one-night stay at this family-owned boutique hotel in the heart of Southampton

Mark Ingram, technical gas and plumbing tutor at Engineering Real Results (ERR), has advised Brits to turn their heating on - even if it's just for 20 minutes - to do some checks.

Mark Ingram, technical gas and plumbing tutor at Engineering Real Results (ERR), has advised Brits to turn their heating on - even if it's just for 20 minutes - to do some checks.

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The 20-minute task every homeowner should do this month

Over one in five (22%) sleep each night with dangerous mould in their bedroom, while 15% have mould in their kitchen, according to the research.

Over one in five (22%) sleep each night with dangerous mould in their bedroom, while 15% have mould in their kitchen, according to the research.

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New heatmap released as 85 per cent of Brits report mould in their homes

Drying clothes in the winter can be a real pain if you don't have a tumble dryer

Drying clothes in the winter can be a real pain if you don't have a tumble dryer

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7 simple steps to help dry your clothes in winter without a tumble dryer

Many Mrs Hinch fans swear by a soda crystals remedy for unlocking their sinks.

Many Mrs Hinch fans swear by a soda crystals remedy for unlocking their sinks.

Mrs Hinch fan pleads over 'stinking' blocked sink as savvy cleaners share tips

Do you find your clothes dry faster on a radiator or on a drying rack?

Do you find your clothes dry faster on a radiator or on a drying rack?

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Need your clothes dried in a hurry? How to dry them quickly without a tumble dryer

See how you can organise your home using these tricks inspired by Stacey Solomon's hit BBC show Sort Your Life Out.

See how you can organise your home using these tricks inspired by Stacey Solomon's hit BBC show Sort Your Life Out.

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How to sort your life out like Stacey Solomon using these decluttering tricks

Have you noticed any of these houseplants making a difference to the air in your home?

Have you noticed any of these houseplants making a difference to the air in your home?

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Here are 3 houseplants that can help reduce the risk of mould and condensation