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Last Monday, the news came out that Rob Jetten, Minister of Climate and Energy, is releasing an additional 62 million euros for those who want to make their homes more sustainable. The so-called ISDE scheme will be expanded, with money available if you want to buy a heat pump or solar boiler, for example. This scheme also includes, for example, insulating your house, or a connection to the heat network.

Prevent all the misery of fire in your home with these fire safety tips. Every year, firefighters have to help thousands of households in distress. A fire can start in a matter of moments.

Condensation on the inside of your windows often points to too much moisture or insufficient ventilation. Learn how to identify the cause, what you can do yourself and when you need a professional.

Smelling sewage, a sewer smell or a bad drain smell in your home? Sometimes the cause is simple, such as a dry trap or a dirty shower drain. But the smell can also be caused by a blockage, poor sewer ventilation or a leaking pipe. Find out what you can safely check yourself and when you need a plumber.

Flickering lights are often caused by the bulb or dimmer, but sometimes by loose wiring. Learn how to tell the difference, what you can safely check yourself and when to call an electrician.

Found a damp patch on your wall? Its location and when it appears can already tell you a lot. Find out whether you are probably dealing with a leak, rising damp, penetrating damp or condensation, and what you can do now.

A damp patch that grows after rain is usually a roof leak. Learn how to recognise it, what you can safely check yourself and when to call a roofer.

What should you look for when choosing a home services platform instead of searching for a professional yourself through Google? Zoofy, Werkspot, Trustoo and Solvari can all help you find a professional, but they do not work in the same way. And you often only notice those differences once you are already well into the process.

That is why we explain as clearly as possible how the different home services platforms work, what sets them apart, and what their main advantages and disadvantages are. This way, you can decide for yourself which platform best suits your job and the way you prefer to arrange a professional.

The new toilet didn’t seem to fit. Returning it to Gamma had basically already been decided. Until the professional went back to his van one more time and two centimetres made all the difference.

A roof leak turned out to have not one, but two causes: three broken roof tiles and a blocked drain. The missing materials? They happened to be sitting next door.

Clean your gutters at least once a year, preferably at the end of autumn. If there are lots of trees around your home, twice a year is a better idea. Regular cleaning prevents leaves and debris from blocking the drainage and reduces the risk of overflowing gutters, damp and leaks.

As a customer, you have an agreement with the tradesman. He does certain work for you. And you pay him an amount for this. This applies to all work that someone carries out for you

Do you live in a home built before 1960 and wonder whether it still has lead pipes? Learn how to recognize them, how to check, and when replacement is necessary.

Are you looking for the reviews, complaints or reliability of Zoofy? Read more about the reviews and experiences of others about Zoofy here.

Would you like to lay a new floor? Then a PVC floor is an excellent choice! A PVC floor is easy to lay yourself. Read how here.

A leak, broken door, loose tap, blocked drain or urgent job at home? In moments like these, you want to arrange a good handyman quickly. But when the pressure is high, fake handymen often take advantage. Here’s how to avoid scams and safely book a reliable professional.

A leaking tap, a clogged drain, or suddenly no hot water… In moments like these, you only want one thing: to quickly find a good plumber. And definitely not get scammed. Here’s what to look out for.

Is the water in your toilet draining slowly or rising instead? Stop flushing first. Learn how to work out where the blockage may be, what you can safely try yourself, and when it is better to call a plumber.

Today the 11th of March in World Plumbing Day. The plumbers don't get the appreciation that they should get.

Looking for a professional? Here are five reasons to book your professional through Zoofy. Save time and find easily a pro via Zoofy.

Finding a good professional is hard enough. But once you’ve found one you trust, you’ll want to hire them again next time

What does it cost to replace a central heating boiler?

New year, fresh start! With these 7 small jobs, you’ll make your home more comfortable and ready for 2026.