đź’ˇ Electrical Services

  • Fault-finding basic electrical issues
  • Replacing light fittings & switches
  • Socket replacement & additions
  • Installing smoke & CO Alarms
  • Outside socket installation
  • Small alterations to existing circuits and like for like swaps
  • Portable Appliance Testing for landlords and small businesses

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(City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma, 18th Edition Wiring Regs Qualified and City & Guilds 2377-77 PAT Testing & PATTA Registered)

đźšż Plumbing Services

  • Fixing leaking taps & pipes
  • Replacing taps, traps & valves
  • Toilet repairs (flush mechanisms & seals)
  • Installing sinks & vanity units
  • Silicone sealing (bathrooms & kitchens)
  • Full bathroom upgrades/replacements
  • Outside tap installations

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(City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma & Water Regs Qualified)

🔧 General Repairs

  • Hanging & fixing doors, handles, locks & hinges
  • Small plaster repairs & filling
  • Skirting boards & Architraves
  • Fitting Shelves
  • Hanging pictures, mirrors & TV’s
  • Installing curtain rails & blinds
  • Fence & gate repairs
  • End-of-Tenancy repairs
  • Small Tiling Jobs

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♻️ Domestic Energy Performance Certification

What Is an EPC?

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) shows how energy-efficient a property is, rating it from:

A (most efficient) âžť G (least efficient)

It also:

  • Estimates energy costs
  • Shows carbon emissions
  • Recommends improvements to make the property more efficient

An EPC is valid for 10 years.

What Does an EPC Include?

  • Current energy rating
  • Potential rating if improvements are made
  • Heating system efficiency
  • Insulation levels
  • Lighting efficiency
  • Recommended upgrades (e.g. insulation, heating controls, renewables)

Why Do You Need an EPC?

⚖️ Legal Requirement

You must have a valid EPC if you are:

  • Selling a property
  • Renting a property (new or existing tenancy)
  • Building a new home

Landlords must meet Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES):

  • Rental properties must be E rated or above (with limited exemptions)

đź’· Financial & Practical Reasons

  • Helps reduce energy bills
  • Identifies cost-effective improvements
  • Supports access to grants & funding
  • Increases property value
  • Improves tenant appeal & comfort

🌍 Environmental Reasons

  • Reduces carbon emissions
  • Supports net-zero targets
  • Encourages better building performance

Needing an EPC for your Property? Get in Touch

(ABBE Level 3 Qualified DEA & Elmhurst Energy Accredited)

Damp & Mould Assessments

Protect your property and your tenants’ health with a professional Damp & Mould Assessment from Fix-A-Lot Property Maintenance.

Damp and mould are more than just an unsightly problem — they can cause serious damage to your home or rental property and pose real health risks, particularly to children, the elderly, or anyone with respiratory conditions like asthma.

As an Elmhurst Energy accredited Damp & Mould Assessor (and qualified DEA), I carry out thorough, independent assessments that go far beyond a simple visual check. My goal is to identify the root causes of moisture problems and provide clear, actionable recommendations so you can resolve them quickly and effectively.

What Happens During an Assessment?

I visit the property and conduct a detailed inspection covering:

  • Visible signs of damp, mould growth, staining, and condensation.
  • Potential sources of moisture — including leaks, poor ventilation, thermal bridging (cold spots), building defects, and external factors like faulty gutters or roofing.
  • How the property is used day-to-day (heating patterns, cooking, showering, drying clothes indoors) to distinguish between structural issues and lifestyle factors.
  • Links to energy efficiency, ventilation performance, and overall property condition.
  • Using specialist Elmhurst reporting software, I record photographic evidence and produce a clear, professional report tailored to your needs.

What You Receive:

A comprehensive, easy-to-understand written report with findings, risk levels, and root causes.

Practical recommendations for fixes — from simple ventilation improvements to more involved repairs.

Advice on preventing recurrence, which can tie into energy efficiency upgrades or your broader maintenance needs.

Peace of mind that the assessment meets current professional standards and supports legal compliance.

Why You Might Need One

For Landlords: With Awaab’s Law now in force for social housing and extending to private landlords in 2026, you are expected to investigate damp and mould complaints promptly and demonstrate that you’ve taken appropriate action. A professional assessment provides the documented evidence you need to protect yourself legally, respond to tenants quickly, and avoid potential fines or disputes.

For Homeowners: Persistent mould can affect your family’s health and cause long-term damage to walls, ceilings, and belongings. Early identification saves money by preventing bigger, more expensive repairs later.For Homeowners: Persistent mould can affect your family’s health and cause long-term damage to walls, ceilings, and belongings. Early identification saves money by preventing bigger, more expensive repairs later.

For Peace of Mind: Older properties in County Durham and the surrounding area are particularly prone to condensation and damp due to the local climate and housing stock. Whether you’ve spotted black mould, received a tenant complaint, or simply want a proactive check, this assessment helps keep your property safe, dry, and compliant.

Why Choose Elmhurst Accreditation?

An Elmhurst Accredited Assessment guarantees a professional, thorough inspection:

  • Spot hidden damp and mould that might be missed by a regular inspection.
  • Give detailed, easy-to-understand reports for homeowners, landlords, and property managers.
  • Help you meet housing regulations and protect your tenants’ health.

Ready to sort out damp and mould for good?

Contact Fix-A-Lot today for a no-obligation quote. Serving Crook, County Durham and within a 15-mile radius.

(Elmhurst Energy Accredited)

đź’§Legionella Risk Assessments

What is Legionella?

Legionella bacteria can grow in water systems when:

  • Water is stored (tanks, cylinders)
  • Temperatures sit between 20–45°C
  • Water is stagnant
  • There’s limescale, sludge, or corrosion

People become ill by inhaling tiny droplets (aerosols) from showers, taps, or other outlets — not by drinking the water.

What Is a Legionella Risk Assessment?

It’s a structured inspection that:

  • Identifies risk areas in a property’s water system
  • Assesses who could be at risk
  • Recommends control measures
  • Records findings in a written report

It typically covers:

  • Cold-water storage tanks
  • Hot water cylinders & temperatures
  • Pipework layout & dead legs
  • Showers & infrequently used outlets
  • General condition of the system

Why Do You Need One?

⚖️Legal Requirement

You need a Legionella Risk Assessment if you are:

  • A landlord
  • An employer
  • A business owner responsible for premises
  • A property manager or letting agent

Under:

Landlords have a duty of care to protect tenants from exposure.

What About Homeowners?

Owner-occupiers aren’t legally required, but it’s strongly recommended if:

  • You have a stored water system
  • The property is left vacant for periods
  • There are vulnerable occupants
  • You’re buying or refurbishing a property

What Happens After the Assessment?

You may be advised to:

  • Adjust hot & cold water temperatures
  • Flush unused outlets
  • Remove dead legs
  • Clean or replace shower heads
  • Improve insulation or tank covers

Many actions are simple, low-cost maintenance tasks.

How Often Is It Needed?

  • Typically every 2 years
  • Or when there’s a change to the water system, occupancy, or use
  • Immediately after periods of vacancy

Do you require a Legionella Risk Assessment? Get in touch

(Elmhurst Energy Accredited)

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