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DIY novices 'should get experts in'

People who are not confident about their DIY skills have been advised to get contractors in to complete any home improvements.

The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) stated that people who make mistakes and cause damage to their homes will not necessarily be covered by their home insurance.

This has prompted the organisation to recommend that people hire skilled professionals instead, although it urged consumers to make sure that the contractors have their own insurance before they start working.

Peter Staddon, head of technical services at Biba, commented: "You don't want a plumber coming onto your premises and saying 'don't worry I'll put in a new radiator' and then he has burnt the house down because he is using a blowtorch.

"You need to make sure you are doing it right and proper."

Mr Staddon added that successful home improvements that are done well can not only look good but add to the value of a property as well.

Last week, Churchill Insurance stated that one in five householders have accidentally damaged their home or its contents in the last year as a result of doing DIY.

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26/03/2007 14:52:06

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