Whether you’re planning to put your home on the market or not, it’s never a bad idea to ensure your property is kept in impeccable condition for when you do! To keep your property in tip-top condition during the winter months, it’s best to tackle any maintenance jobs as soon as you can. The demand to hire a professional tradesperson will begin to increase if you allow maintenance jobs to pile up over the winter, so it’s always best to keep on top of all maintenance issues throughout the colder months, whether they’re utility related or just purely aesthetic.

Boiler

First up is checking your boiler. This is a vital job during winter as boilers are the source of warmth in your home. Depending on your service provider, the cost can vary with service check-ups and repairs. With the cost-of-living crisis, it is so important to make sure that you tackle any boiler issues as soon as you spot them because there could be a huge cost difference if you wait.

Boiler engineers will also give you some tips on how to reduce the flow of your boiler; this can save you some money on your energy bills.

Radiators

Radiator maintenance is just as important as taking care of your boiler. Bleed them to flush out any air or sludge building up in the system. If you leave it too long before hiring a plumber, it can cause more damage to your radiator system which results in a costly fix. Also, don’t forget to check for any leaking or rust that appears.

Windows and Doors

The lack of maintenance windows and doors in your property can result in a noticeable amount of heat loss and rainwater leakages. When dampness is created in a property, it can lead to health conditions like asthma and respiratory issues. Significant heat loss can also create large heating bills.

You can check that no draughts are coming through the seals, clean and open the windows regularly to allow fresh air to flow through the room, and check for any condensation. If you spot an issue, it would be wise to contact a window and glass company to give you the best advice and next steps.

These are just a few of the different maintenance jobs you can do around your home to help you save money this winter.

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