Quick Fix Hub

Welcome to our bathroom repair hub!

Are you living with a bathroom issue that you are not sure how to fix? Or have you been left waiting for minor repairs to get fixed?

From resolving blocked toilets and sinks to getting rid of minor areas of mould, this page is designed to help you find the tools you need to fix some of the small or minor issues you are facing in your bathroom at home.

Keeping your sink water flowing

A blocked bathroom sink can be a major inconvenience but is often avoidable and easily fixable in the immediate.

Try to prevent hair and clumps of toothpaste from going down the drain as they can get stuck further down in your sinks plumbing.

Let the hot tap run for a minute every week or so to help breakdown grime and soap scum from clogging pipes.

Go easy on the chemical cleaners as these can degrade piping if over used, instead invest in a sink cleaning brush to manually clear your drain.

Take care of your taps

Taps often develop stubborn limescale over time, especially if you live in an area with hard water.

For a non-toxic solution to keep the limescale at bay, and your taps sparkling, use a 75/25 solution of lemon juice and water. Gently scrub the solution on the tap with a soft sponge and leave this to dissolve the limescale deposits for 30 minutes before rinsing thoroughly with water.

Wiping down water splashes from taps as and when they happen can also help prevent the build up of water that results in limescale.

Preventing and removing mould

Mould is a common presence in bathrooms and something that all homes will have to battle at some point. Due to the moist nature of bathrooms, ventilation is key to preventing the build up of damp and mould that are as unsightly as they are dangerous.

To prevent the build of mould, ensure that you are keeping bathroom windows open and extractor fans on during and after your bath or shower. Wipe down the surfaces around your bath and squeegee shower glass to remove remaining water, doing this simple action can eradicate 75% of the moisture that could lead to mould.

If you already have mould around your fixtures, try using a white vinegar solution. Start by diluting white vinegar in a spray bottle using the ratio of two parts to one part water. Next, spray the affected area, leaving it to soak for 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the severity, before wiping it away with a clean cloth.

Extensive mould will need expert treatment, if you notice it beginning to appear on your walls or through your ceiling, alert your landlord/housing authority or consult a specialist.

A dripping tap

Water bills are at an all-time high with households in England and Wales soaking up some of the biggest hikes to water bills in recent years. So, it's important to not just put up with a dripping tap as this is wasting water and potentially energy meaning higher bills to pay. But. luckily, this problem can be fixed very easily and often only requires a new tap washer. First, you should identify where the leak is coming from. Typically, if your tap is leaking from the tap spout then it's likely down to a degraded tap washer and can be fixed by simply replacing the washer. Take a look at our guide on how to change a tap washer in 7 steps.

Shower cleaning

Using the same tips above for keeping limescale at bay on taps can be applied to your shower head. To maintain the shower tray ensure that you clean it at least once a week.

The cleaning products you use will differ depending on the material your bath and or shower is made from:

Acrylic or ceramic: Acrylic baths and showers are very popular, especially in modern homes. To get these tubs and showers sparkling, mix together a solution of white vinegar and water in a spray bottle, spritz across the surface and gently scrub with a sponge to remove soap scum. For tougher stains, try applying a baking soda paste, leaving it to stand for 30 minutes before scrubbing away.

Stone resin: You can use the same white vinegar and water solution for stone resin, with the addition of lemon. Again, mix in a bottle, spray and scrub away with a soft cloth. If you notice a build-up of limescale, leave the solution to stand for an hour before wiping it off.

Natural stone: If you have natural stone fittings rinse them completely and ensure you have the right specialised cleaning products made for your surfaces before attempting to clean.