Keep a box with old screws, nails, nuts & bolts as you never know when you’ll need it
Borrow power tools from friends or neighbours.
You may be able to get helpful advice from a local trade electrical or plumbing shop
Some handy hints to remove common problems around the house:
Mildew
Use bleach instead of fancy cleaners
Stick on transfers
Can be removed with razor blade and hot soapy water
Condensation
Allow air to circulate
A bowl of salt can help.
Run cold water before hot water in bath.
Descale shower head
Unscrew it & leave in a sink full of white vinegar & hot water for at least an hour. It may need to be done again if particularly stubborn.
Stop a dripping tap
Turn off the water, remove the body of the tap with a spanner, then fit new washer.
Decorating
Get rid of glue after stripped wallpaper.
Wash down with sugar soap (from hardware store) & rub hard to remove.
Smooth finish on walls
For newly finished walls, mix one-third PVA & two thirds water & brush on. Let it dry before painting.
Clean painted walls
Use sugar soap or washing up liquid with warm water