FaultToFix is written by the FaultToFix team for homeowners in the United States and the United Kingdom. Instead of starting with a trade or a product, we start with the symptom you can see, hear, or smell — a drip, a cold radiator, a damp patch, or a door that will not close — and work from there to the most likely cause and the safest first checks.
What we do
Our guides explain what a symptom usually means in plain language, what you can safely check first, and the point at which you should stop and call a professional. We cover four areas of the home: plumbing, heating, damp and windows, and doors and walls.
We use original photos wherever possible so you can compare what you see at home with what we describe. If a photo does not match your situation, treat that as a reason to pause and get a second opinion rather than to keep going.
When we refer you to a professional
Some jobs should not be done yourself. We refer gas work to professionals, and mains electrical work to a qualified electrician. Large areas of mould, structural cracks, and any fault that affects safety, water damage, or heating in cold weather should also be checked by a professional, your landlord, or your local council where that applies.
FaultToFix gives general information to help you understand a fault and talk to a tradesperson with more confidence. It is not a substitute for professional advice about your own home. See our Disclaimer for more detail.