Practical home guidance, with safety first.
Understand common home problems, take sensible first steps and know when DIY should stop. These guides are written for homeowners and households in South Africa.
Use these public guides for background information, then open POSolve when you want problem-specific guidance or professional help.
Leaking geyser: what to do first
Safe first steps for a leaking geyser in a South African home, including when to stop and call a professional.
ELECTRICAL SAFETYElectrical warning signs you should not ignore
Learn which electrical warning signs mean you should stop, isolate the area and call a qualified professional.
WATER & PLUMBINGBurst pipe: the safest first steps
What to do when a pipe bursts or water is spreading quickly through your home, before professional help arrives.
CEILINGS & WATER DAMAGESagging or bulging ceiling: why you should keep clear
A practical safety guide for a sagging, bulging or water-damaged ceiling and when to call for professional help.
DAMP & MOULDDamp and mould: fix the moisture source first
How to think about damp and mould in the home, what you can check safely, and when recurring problems need professional assessment.
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