Do you prepare your home for the cold winter months? When it comes to thinking of ways to protect your home from the damages caused by severe temperatures and adverse weather, we have put together a few tips on taking charge to help to prevent any future issues.
Before winter comes, you should have your home ready for all the elements that winter may bring. As most people will be aware, it can be a nightmare to deal with burst pipes or leaky windows during the wintertime.
The following tips may help you prepare your home for wintertime and assist with avoiding any future mishaps.
Should I have my boiler checked every autumn? We would recommend that you have your boiler serviced regularly, this will help to keep your property nice and warm, especially during winter.
Furthermore, if you have an old system, it might be a good time to consider replacing it with a new boiler, a new energy-efficient boiler will help to reduce your energy bills over time.
Your gutters must remain free from dirt, leaves and other debris during the winter months. As when the heavy rains start around January, your gutters will prevent rainwater from draining. Furthermore, this can lead to gutters breaking or leaks which could cause damage to your home. Clean your gutters in autumn or hire a professional gutter cleaner to do so.
Check your downspouts are pointing away from your property to ensure rainwater runs away from your house and helps to prevent future damage.
When cleaning your gutters, it might be a good idea to have your roof checked too. A professional roofer or roofing company can provide this service. A roofer will help to maintain your roof, helping to prevent any future problems. They will inspect for any missing tiles or damages. If your roof requires repairs, it is always best to have a professional roofer to carry out the work, especially before the winter months.
Preventing heat loss from windows and doors is important. You should check your windows and doors to make sure that they are sealed correctly. Examine the rubber weatherproofing strips around the door frames and windows. Check if there are any draughts caused by gapping and if possible, try to apply the caulk to fill those holes. The caulk should help to keep the heat in and the cold winter out but if you find that the draught continues and that there are other issues, it may be worth considering replacing your windows and doors before the winter season.
If you have overgrown trees and bushes around your property. These can potentially cause damage to your property and things like electrical lines. Furthermore, the leaves from trees during winter may block your guttering and lead to gutter leaks. Maintain and trim back any trees or bushes that may be overgrown before the winter season.
One of the best ways to help prevent your water pipes from freezing is by padding them. Using pipe insulation wrap your water pipes ready for winter. Padding may help to prevent your pipes from freezing and potentially bursting. Check all your water pipes throughout your home, including the attic, the basement, and under the flooring.
Carrying out these simple duties could potentially make your life easier during the wintertime. Finally, don’t forget to obtain some rock salt or grit in case things get frosty.
If you think you need to replace your windows and doors before wintertime, contact us on 01744 611203 for a free quotation.
