The colder weather is now starting to creep in so here are some Winter tips before Winter is in full swing Clearing the gutters and checking your roof becomes a whole lot harder once the cold snap is here. GHS have put together a few simple pointers for winter-proofing your home ahead of the next cold snap.
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Whilst the weather is mild it’s a great time to clear the debris from the gutters, good drainage prevents a multitude of water-related problems, from seeping damp to major leaks. So, clear those leaves and sticks to protect your home from water damage when the weather turns.
Give your boiler pressure a check before things turn cold. It’ll run best at around 1 to 1.5 bar, and you can check this via the gauge on the front of your boiler unit.
Bleeding your radiators will increase their heat efficiency in your home it will also save you money on your heating bills. You will know if your radiators are in need of this as parts of the radiator at the top and bottom will be cold when you have your heating on.
Servicing your boiler annually can stop any minor problems becoming more serious. It also helps ensure that your heating sees you through those chilly winter months GHS offer maintenance packages for this.
By lagging your pipes ahead of winter, you can prevent pipes freezing and heat loss, you can purchase the insulated tubing from any diy store and cost very little and easily able to fit.
Even with your heating running efficiently and your roof insulated, you lose heat through your doors and windows. Draught excluders are a cheap and effective way of winter-proofing your doorways and there are a variety of simple methods to seal up gaps around your windows, from caulk to DIY window insulation kits.
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