Rental Guides and Resources for Young Professionals in Lincoln

  • Take the shorter shower challenge!

    Are you trying to reduce your water usage??? Showers are the most water thirsty items in a house! Keep it under 5 minutes and stop it from drinking all your money! Wrap it up in 5 minutes or less—your wallet (and the planet) will thank you!

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  • Having to dance under the shower to get wet?!

    If your shower head has gone from “luxury rainfall” to “sad garden sprinkler,” it’s time for an intervention. Unscrew the shower head and squirt a bit of Vaikal down the head then wipe over the nozzles – think of it as a deep cleanse for its pores. Alternatively you cant be bothered to remove it?…

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  • Dishwasher not performing?!

    If your dishwasher seems to be staging a protest and refusing to clean your pots properly, a few quick checks may bring it back on side: These simple steps often solve the problem and keep your dishwasher happy and productive. If it’s still misbehaving after this, please report the issue in the usual way. check…

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  • Woman with red hair opens a refrigerator in a modern kitchen, searching for food.

    Icy freezer?

    It’s a good idea to give your freezer a little TLC once in a while — ideally once a year, or sooner if you notice a frosty build-up. Too much ice can make your freezer work harder than it should, stop the door from closing properly, and even cause the motor to give up altogether….

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  • Close-up of a person adjusting a washing machine in a modern laundry room.

    Tumble dryer not drying well?

    🌸 Quick Tumble Dryer Reminder! Hey everyone — just a quick note to help keep the dryers running smoothly 😊 After each load, please: For heat pump dryers: They use way less electricity (about 70% less) but work a bit differently. Clothes might feel slightly damp at first — that’s normal! If you take them out…

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  • WiFi router on wooden table with sunlight streaming in from a window

    Problems with WiFi?

    WiFi broadband diagnostic Please find following a diagnostic check list that can be used should you be experiencing issues with the WiFi in the house. Apologies if you know all the following but if not hopefully it will be of some use. Clearly the solution to a problem depends on the issue you are experiencing…

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  • Radiator knob

    Heating Guidance

    How to use the gas central heating etc. effectively These are helpful notes on how to use the gas central heating etc effectively.The aim of this is to keep you cosy! No one should be cold! (or too hot!) If you have any questions or need help please don’t hesitate to contact us. Apologies if…

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  • Clogged hair in shower

    The shower is overflowing – what do I do?

    So, your shower has decided to turn your bathroom into a mini swimming pool? Don’t panic! While it’s not exactly the spa day you had in mind, an overflowing shower is usually more annoying than disastrous. With a few quick steps, you can stop the water, track down the cause, and get things flowing smoothly…

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  • Water leak, with bucket catching the water

    What to do if your house gets a water leak

    Few things cause panic at home quite like the sight of water where it shouldn’t be. Whether it’s a small drip from the ceiling or a burst pipe gushing onto the floor, water leaks can quickly damage property and create costly repairs if not handled properly. Knowing what to do in the first moments can make all the difference.

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  • Blocked fridge drainhole

    My fridge is leaking what should I do?

    You know that tiny drain hole hiding at the back of your fridge? The one you’ve probably never noticed, let alone cleaned? Well, it’s basically the unsung hero of fridge life – until it clogs up and suddenly your kitchen floor turns into a slip-n-slide. It’s like the fridge’s way of saying, “Hey, remember me?”….

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