We have endeavoured to give sound advice and easy steps to complete each job. Obviously some tasks are more difficult than others. Some jobs may be urgent repairs, while others are exciting planned projects to attempt. DIY can be an enjoyable experience - if you follow instructions carefully and be aware of your limitations. Therefore we have decided to help you further by issuing star ratings to help gauge the level of difficulty before you begin your DIY project. Safety is of particular importance regardless of the star rating. You are advised to check the Safety pages relating to your task before you start any DIY project.

For all the star ratings - if you read the information carefully and take heed of the Safety pages beforehand and feel confident, then you can be successful. However you should be familiar with the tools you are using and make a note of the approximate cost before you begin. Always be aware that one job can lead to another one requiring attention. Be sensible when deciding if you are capable of, not just tackling the job, but completing it with a professional finish you are proud of.

This job should not be attempted by an inexperienced enthusiast. It is a particularly difficult job, requiring expertise. It is advisable to seek expert advice when considering this task. Remember to read the Safety pages at the outset.

This job is rated as difficult. Take time and be sensible when considering your ability to tackle the job. Are you familiar with use of the required tools? Have you read the Safety pages?

This job is rated fairly difficult. If you have the enthusiasm, are familiar with the tools and have checked the Safety pages, you should be able to tackle the job successfully.

This job is rated as fairly straightforward. If you are inexperienced, but have the common sense to check the Safety pages and feel confident to proceed, you should be able to tackle the job successfully.

This job is rated as straightforward. It is still important to check the Safety pages relevant to your task beforehand, but you should be able to tackle this job successfully - giving you greater confidence to attempt more DIY projects.