Publisher's Synopsis
A Guide to Major House Repairs provides a concise, easy-to-understand guide to building damage. It details types of damage and outlines steps for DIY and professional repair work. It also examines how major damage can develop from less serious problems that can be fixed earlier in the process, savng the homeowner time and money. Topics include: Understanding the survey when buying a home. The different types of construction trades and how to find a builder. Subsidence damage. Wall and flat roof problems. Issues arising from damp and flooding. Rots and infestations. Correction of poor DIY work. Accidental and weather damage. Issues to consider when repairing listed buildings.
