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Tips, guides, and news about home maintenance for the 55+ community.

A handyman’s tool belt with pliers, screwdrivers and a hammer

What to Expect From a Handyman Visit: Step-by-Step Guide for Homeowners Over 55

From becoming a member to the day your handyman arrives, here is what happens at each step when you book a job with Age Care Maintenance.

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Two tradesmen measuring and fitting a new door frame

10 Common Household Repairs You Can Avoid With Regular Maintenance

Ten common household repairs that regular maintenance can prevent, from leaky taps and blocked gutters to worn electrics and draughts.

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How to Prepare Your Home for Winter | Age Care Maintenance

Preparing Your House for Winter: A Guide for the Over 55s

A practical checklist to get your home ready for winter, covering heating, insulation, plumbing, electrics and safety for homeowners over 55.

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An Age Care Maintenance handyman working under a bathroom sink

Why DBS Checks Matter and How They Protect Your Peace of Mind

What a DBS check is, why it matters when you let a tradesperson into your home, and how Age Care Maintenance checks every member of its team.

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A tradesman checking a double wall socket

Why Home Maintenance Matters as We Age: Staying Safe, Independent and Comfortable

Why looking after your home matters more as you get older, and simple ways to stay safe, independent and comfortable where you live.

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A door stopper fitted to the skirting board behind a door

5 Steps to Installing Door Stoppers: A Complete Guide for Seniors

How to fit door stoppers in five simple steps to protect your walls, cut down on noise and stop doors from slamming.

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A man fitting a TV to a wall bracket

5 Steps to Mounting TVs on Walls: A Complete Guide for Seniors

How to mount a TV on the wall securely in five steps, from choosing the right height to finding the wall studs, with safety tips for seniors.

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A screwdriver being used to fit a light switch to the wall

5 Steps to Installing or Repairing Light Switches: A Complete Guide for Seniors

How to replace or repair a light switch safely in five steps, starting with turning off the power, and when to call in a professional.

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5 Steps to Installing Security Locks | Guide for Seniors

How to Install Security Locks: Step-by-Step Home Safety Guide for Seniors

How to fit a new security lock in five steps, from removing the old lock to testing the new one, with safety tips for seniors.

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