Useful Tips and Advice
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Legionnaires Disease
By admin on 14/12/2015 | 0 CommentsLegionnaires Disease – Guidance Note for tenants and residents of rented domestic accommodation Legionnaires’ disease is a potentially fatal form of pneumonia caused by legionella bacteria. Legionella bacteria can multiply in hot or cold water systems, and is transmitted by aerosol, eg in spray from showers and taps. Legionella bacterium remains dormant at low temperatures. It thrives at temperatures in the range 20 degrees C – 45 degrees C. The bacteria is …
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Kitchen safety
By admin on 14/09/2015 | 0 CommentsNearly two-thirds of all domestic fires start because of something to do with cooking. This is a guide to how to keep safe while cooking – and what to do if a fire does start in your kitchen. Make your kitchen safe The cooker keep electrical leads from trailing over or going near the cooker. Don’t hang tea-towels or cloths on or over the cooker and don’t put oven gloves down on …
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Fire safety
By admin on 14/09/2015 | 0 CommentsFire is one of the biggest killers in the home. We try to ensure that your home is a safe and enjoyable place to live, but every year some residents’ homes and lives are destroyed by fire. Here are some things you can do to prevent fires and keep your home as safe as possible: Keep communal areas clear If you live in one of our apartment blocks, you must keep all …
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Pest Control
By S Davis on 17/04/2015 | 0 CommentsPest Control If you have any concerns about pests in or around your property, contact ZK Investments immediately. We carry out pest control treatment for some pests found in the home. Initially we will investigate reports of pests and arrange treatment if we are responsible. In order to eradicate pests, we have to be able get into any property in the block. This is essential for the health and safety of all …
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Damp Control
By S Davis on 17/04/2015 | 0 CommentsDamp Control & Prevention Condensation forms when warm moist air hits a cold surface and condenses on it. If there is a lot of moisture in the air it will condense on the coldest surfaces in your home and mould may start to grow. Follow our advice about heating and ventilation to try and reduce moisture in your home. What is condensation? • It is caused when warm moist air – produced …
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Housing Benefit
By S Davis on 17/04/2015 | 0 CommentsHousing Benefit/ Local Housing Allowance If you’re on a low income and need financial help to pay all or part of your rent, you may be able to get Housing Benefit. Housing benefit is paid by the local council and is based on the level of rent, your income, savings and personal circumstances and those living in your house. You can claim housing benefit even if you do not receive any other …
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Security
By S Davis on 17/04/2015 | 0 CommentsEverybody has the right to the safe enjoyment of their home or estate, free from harassment and violence, and ZKI will not accept any anti-social behaviour, hate crime or domestic violence on our estates and in our properties . We will investigate any complaints, support the victims and witnesses, and consider taking action against any resident or their visitors responsible for offending behaviour. Many forms of anti-social behaviour are crimes and are …
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Safety at Home
By S Davis on 16/04/2015 | 0 CommentsSafety in the home Every year, serious accidents happen in the home as a result of fire or faulty electrical and gas equipment, but there are simple steps you can take to protect your family and ensure safety in the home. ZK Investments insures the building that you live in, but this does not cover the contents of your home – your furniture and personal belongings. The contents of your home are …
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Water- Leaks / Flooding
By S Davis on 16/04/2015 | 0 CommentsEmergencies For advice on dealing with and reporting water related problems within your home, please contact ZK Estates. THAMES WATER CONTACT NUMBERS Report a leak or burst pipe Leak outside your property boundary If there is a leak, or you spot a burst water main outside your property boundary Please call our THAMES WATER 24-hour leakline on freephone 0800 714 614 (Minicom: 0845 7200 898) OR 0845 9200 800 MINI COM 0845 7200 …
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Electricity
By S Davis on 15/04/2015 | 0 CommentsElectrical appliance fire safety Electrical appliances, plugs and cables that are old or poorly wired can be a real danger. Just because there is no flame, doesn’t mean there is no fire risk. The following information shows you what to check for to ensure your appliances don’t put you at risk. What to check for There are particular danger signs you should look out for on all the electrical items you have …
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Gas safety
By S Davis on 15/04/2015 | 0 CommentsWe take gas safety in your home very seriously. Poorly serviced gas appliances can cause gas leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide poisoning. Every year thousands of people across the UK are affected by this highly poisonous gas. You can’t see it, taste it or smell it, but it can kill quickly with no warning. We always use qualified Gas Safe registered engineers to fit, fix and service gas appliances in your …