5 Ways to Winter Proof Your Home
One thing I have noticed with the weather getting colder is the bungalow isn’t as warm as the old flat, we have to have the heating on more and I am already snuggling up under a thick wool blanket to try and stay a bit warmer. So I have been trying to think of some ways, other than extra layers and blankets to winter proof the home just a little bit more.
Check your Insulation
We had an inspection last week into the energy efficiency of the bungalow and while we are still awaiting the full results we do know that they loft insulation is coming in at a lot less than the recommend amount. So that is definitely something I will be looking into and seeing if we can get fixed and I would definitely suggest checking out your own as well.
Have your Boiler Serviced
Making sure your boiler is in the best condition it can be, before winter sets in, is a must. Not only will it help keep your home as warm as possible, but it will be more energy efficient as well.
Clear Gutters and Drains
This is one that perhaps people don’t always think of, blockages in your drains over winter can cause a lot of water damage to your home, so before it gets too chilly, make sure you check if they need clearing out. It is also worth insulating any pipes that run on the outside of your home, such as outside taps and those for your central heating.
Switch Energy Providers
With winter comes your highest energy usage of the year, so there is no better time to check out if you are on the best tariff for you and see if in the long term you could save some money, by switching energy providers.
Check Windows and Doors
It is worth having a check of your doors and windows and seeing if they are letting in any extra drafts. If they are, then using things like draught excluders and thermally insulated curtains can at least help a little, if you can’t afford to completely replace.
Of course there are a lot more things you can and should do to winter proof your home but hopefully this small list well help set you on the right path. It is also worth keeping a note of emergency electrician and gas engineer numbers should the worst happen and you need someone quickly.
What is your top tip for winter proofing your home?
*This is a collaborative post.
These are all great tips Sarah 🙂 We had a new boiler fitted during the summer but I honest to god think it’s colder in the house now than it ever was before! It was supposed to be the best one you could get as well. Oops! 🙂
Louise x
while I enjoyed winter photos, we don’t experience this season in my country.
These are great tips. Winter proofing your home can really save a lot of money in heating costs.
GREAT TIPS THANK U
I loooooove winter!!! you get to dress all comfy and sleep like a baby. hhaha. Great winter proofing tips, its very important to sort out early.
I need ot get to work on winterproofing. It’s pretty cold here in the midwest already.
Nothing worse when winter rolls around and your house isn’t winter proof!
We bought cold blocking blinds a few years ago and they definitely have helped us.
The boiler one is just so important, not just for energy but for safety too.
Great tip to have the boiler serviced! You never know when it might go out and better safe than sorry for sure.
These are good tips. I am moving house in a few weeks and looking at the best tariffs for energy providers as this time of year can get expensive.
Great tips! We’ve started to notice drafts around the windows and doors so need to invest in some more sealant and draft excluders. Thankfully our boiler was checked a couple of months ago xx
We have insulated pretty well and use draft excluders in the winter to help keep out the cold a little more. I better get hubby to get the boiler checked.
It really is important to get those gutters cleaned. We always did that before the frost came when I lived in a cold state.