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Sink leaking? How to find the leak and what to fix
Sink leaking? Find where the water comes from in 4 steps, which leaks you can fix yourself in an HDB flat, and when a…
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Deep Cleaning vs regular cleaning: what’s the difference, and which do you need?
Regular cleaning maintains a home; deep cleaning resets it. What each covers room by room, how often you need each, what they cost in…
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Why is my aircon not cooling? 6 common causes & fixes
In Singapore’s humid climate, a functioning aircon is crucial. Common issues preventing cooling include clogged filters, dirty coils, low refrigerant, blocked condensers, thermostat malfunctions,…
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Sink leaking? How to find the leak and what to fix
Sink leaking? Find where the water comes from in 4 steps, which leaks you can fix yourself in an HDB flat, and when a…
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Deep Cleaning vs regular cleaning: what’s the difference, and which do you need?
Regular cleaning maintains a home; deep cleaning resets it. What each covers room by room, how often you need each, what they cost in…
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Why is my aircon not cooling? 6 common causes & fixes
In Singapore’s humid climate, a functioning aircon is crucial. Common issues preventing cooling include clogged filters, dirty coils, low refrigerant, blocked condensers, thermostat malfunctions,…
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How to clean an aircon filter in 7 steps
How to clean an aircon filter in 7 steps: rinse it from the back, dry it in the shade, check it once a month…
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Aircon not turning on? 6 causes and what to check first
Aircon not turning on? It’s usually 1 of 6 causes. See what’s safe to check yourself first, when to stop, and when a $60…
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Socket sparks when plugging in? What’s normal in Singapore
Socket sparks when plugging in? When a tiny flash is normal, 4 warning signs that aren’t, what to do now, and the $49, 20-minute…
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How to clean balcony floors, drains and tracks in Singapore
How to clean balcony floors in Singapore with 1 bucket, not a hose, so nothing drips downstairs. Plus drains, door tracks, pigeon mess and…
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How to clean a leather sofa without cracking it
How to clean a leather sofa in 4 steps: dust, test a hidden spot, wipe with mild soap, then condition. Match the method to…
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High water bill? How to check for a hidden water leak
High water bill this month? Rule out a billing cause, run the 15-minute water meter leak test, find the hidden leak, and know who…
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Fan or aircon during haze? Modes, fans and shut windows
Fan or aircon during haze? 3 aircon modes, ceiling fans and shut windows compared, plus when a $46, 60-minute FoamJet service for 2 units…
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Cleaning with a newborn: a Singapore guide
Cleaning with a newborn in Singapore: what to clean daily, what can wait, how to store cleaners safely, and when to get help. Weekly…
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How to get rid of sofa smell (and stop it coming back)
How to get rid of sofa smell: find which of 4 sources it is, deodorise with baking soda, and dry any damp patch within…
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Aircon freezing? Why ice forms on the coil and what to do
Aircon freezing? Ice on the coil comes down to 1 of 5 causes. See what to do first, what’s safe to check yourself, and…
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Drawer stuck? How to fix a drawer that won’t open or close
Drawer stuck? Find which of 5 causes it is, fix ball-bearing, soft-close and roller runners, and when a $35, 30-minute drawer track repair makes…
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How to clean gas stove burners and fix a yellow flame
How to clean gas stove burners in an HDB kitchen: a 20-minute hot soak, clearing blocked ports with a needle, and what a yellow…