Home & Repairs
Fix It Yourself: Taps, Drains and Doors
The six household repairs that account for most callout fees, done safely with basic tools.
4 lessons 44 minBeginnerBy Tom Aldridge
What you will be able to do
- Safely isolate water and power before a repair
- Replace a tap cartridge or washer
- Clear and refit a sink trap without leaks
- Judge when to stop and call a professional
A hands-on course for renters and owners. Learn to isolate water, replace a tap cartridge, clear a trap, silence a squeaking door and judge when a job genuinely needs a professional.
Lessons
- 01Isolate before you touch anything11 min · Free preview
- 02Replace a tap cartridge or washer12 min
- 03Clear a blocked or leaking trap11 min
- 04Doors, hinges and knowing when to stop10 min
Practice tool included
Repair Triage
Pick the job and get the tools, the order of work, and the point where you should stop and call someone.
Preview the tool