The majority of people would be able to take on simple DIY tasks which could include installing various bathroom furniture items.

This is according to Sue Beeson, a spokeswoman for AA Home Rescue, who noted that painting walls, putting up picture hooks or building a shelf are all basic processes that with a little bit of skill, knowledge and careØ could be completed by most homeowners.

However, putting cabinets in your bathroom could be done without hiring a professional, Ms Beeson did advise that a line should be drawn between easy and difficult jobs.

Anything that involves electrics or gas, unless you know what youre doing, you shouldnt touch with a barge pole,Ø she remarked.

When using professionals such as builders, consumer watchdog Which? recently suggested doing as many checks as possible, through local newspapers, recommendation websites and the Yellow Pages.

It is also apparently important to view a copy of insurance certificates to make sure they wont expire during the job.