Winter is coming

With colder weather arriving and the nights drawing in, we’ve pulled together our top tips to help get your home winter ready.

It’s important to understand the impact the weather can have on your home during the winter months. It’s not just frozen pipes that can have you in a cold sweat; recognising potential damage and its causes is step one in ensuring your home stays safe and warm.

Insulation

It pays to ensure your home is well insulated especially in the winter. Getting your roof insulated not only keeps essential heat in your home but can also bring your energy bills down.

Get your boiler checked

One way to make sure you’re not caught out by a boiler on the brink during the colder months is to have it serviced regularly by a qualified engineer. Although some may believe paying out for a service is an unnecessary cost, it ensures your boiler is working safely and efficiently.

Give your gutters a clean

Gutters cannot do their job effectively if they are clogged up with leaves and debris. Getting them cleaned also means any cracks won’t go unnoticed and can be fixed.

Protect your pipes

A burst water pipe can be a disaster. The best way to protect them during the winter is to shield them with a foam layer, which will prevent them from freezing and bursting.

Stop the draft

A lot of heat can escape from your home as a result of something simple like an uncovered window. Covering windows with lined curtains or adding draft stoppers to your doors will help to stop any drafts and keep that essential warmth from escaping.

Compare your energy

It pays to compare energy providers and make sure you’re on the best tariff. Comparing prices allows you to see how much you could save by switching.

Get covered

Making sure your home is covered by suitable insurance for unexpected damage is even more important during the winter months.