Home Repair Priority Checklist

Decision support does not replace a safety assessment

Stop where gas, fixed electrics, fire protection, structural movement, pressurised systems or immediate danger is involved.

KEY DECISION FACTORS

Use evidence, not guesswork

Immediate safety Shock, fire, gas, collapse and injury risks come first.

Active damage Leaks and water entry can worsen quickly.

Loss of essential function Heating, sanitation and security may need prompt action.

Cosmetic defects Appearance-only issues can usually wait.

INTERACTIVE TOOL

Home Repair Priority Checklist

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There is an immediate risk of injury, fire, shock, gas or collapse. Water is actively entering or spreading. The fault affects security, fire protection or safe escape. The fault is damaging structure, flooring, walls or insulation. An essential service is unavailable. The problem is worsening each day or after every use. The fault is inconvenient but stable. The issue is cosmetic only.

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Notes and follow-up

✓ How to use this tool safely Checks before making a repair decision. ⌄

Describe each fault clearly.
Score safety before cost or appearance.
Separate active damage from old staining.
Record temporary controls already in place.
Review the list after storms, cold weather or further symptoms.

⌁ Why this planning step matters How better preparation prevents repeat work. ⌄

Prioritising repairs prevents cosmetic jobs from distracting from faults that are unsafe or causing hidden damage.

⌘ Advanced planning checks Extra information worth collecting. ⌄

Estimate rate of deterioration.
Record who may be affected.
Check insurance or landlord obligations.
Group repairs that share access or materials.
Set review dates for lower-priority items.

◇ Useful tools and information Items that make the decision more accurate. ⌄

Notebook or phone
Photos
Moisture readings where useful
Quotes
Calendar reminders

! When to call a professional Conditions that should end basic DIY planning. ⌄

Any immediate danger exists.
Water is near electrical equipment.
The building structure is moving or unstable.
Fire protection or escape is affected.
You are unsure whether a fault is safe to defer.

? Frequently asked questions Common repair-planning questions. ⌄

What should always be first?

Immediate safety, active leaks and loss of essential protection.

Can cosmetic faults become urgent?

Yes, if cracking or staining starts to indicate water or movement.

Can I reset the tool?

Yes, using the reset button.