Water spreads fast and finds the electrics. These steps limit the damage before a plumber arrives.
Plumbing
A dripping tap: fix it yourself or call a plumber?
A drip is almost always a worn washer or cartridge. It’s a small job, but a tap that drips all year wastes thousands of litres.
Electrical
The power keeps tripping: what it means and what to check
When the power goes off, the fuse box switched a circuit off to protect you. Here’s how to find out why, safely.
How a repair price is made: call-out, labour, parts and VAT
A fair price is one you can read line by line. Every Dashfixe estimate shows four parts, and you approve the total before anyone travels.
Plumbing
A blocked toilet: what to try before calling a plumber
Most blockages clear with a plunger and a little patience. Here’s what’s safe to try, and when to stop.
Plumbing
No hot water: what to check first
In most homes in Portugal, hot water comes from a gas water heater, a boiler or an electric water heater. A few checks find the cause, and some fix it.
Painting
Damp and mould on walls: what to do before you paint
Paint over mould and it comes back within weeks. Find the cause first, then clean, then paint.
How to choose a plumber or electrician you can trust
A few checks before anyone comes in avoid most bad experiences.