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Annual Autumn Upkeep
Spring isn’t the only time of year to have a thorough cleanout of your home. Autumn presents the perfect opportunity to have everything ship-shape and prepared for the impending wintry weather.
Maintain Your Home Heating
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With the cooler weather on its way, it’s safe to say that your wood burner and heat pump will get a little more usage. Therefore, now is the best time of year to call in the professionals to inspect and clean your heating solutions.
Wood burners
While you can clear out ash and charred wood from your wood burner, a chimney sweep will perform a number of tasks that include cleaning the flue, ensuring the vents are clean and in good condition and they will also check that the damper is tightly closed, to reduce draughts. These are just a few of the jobs they will undertake, but all will ensure the safety and efficiency of your chimney.
Heat pumps
Annual maintenance is also essential for your heat pump and it will ensure not only efficiency but that your home is circulating clean, fresh air. A professional will clean dirty air filters, vents and check both your indoor and outdoor unit, to ensure your heat pump delivers continuous comfort.
Clean Gutters and Downspouts
Clearing out your guttering is a necessary chore associated with the cooler months of the year and it will prevent debris clogging your gutters, which can result in water drainage issues around your property. Safety is paramount, so if it’s a job you choose to undertake yourself then it pays to be extra careful when using a ladder. Alternatively, it could be a job that you leave up to the experts.
Caulking the Cracks
Take a look around your windows and doors to make sure there aren’t any gaps that could let in cold draughts. If there are, then you will need to apply exterior caulk. This preventative measure will ultimately keep your house warm while also reducing your power bills.
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