5 Winter Checks to Avoid Big Bills ❄️ | Get 3 Local Quotes
Small fixes now = fewer issues later.
If you live in the North West - Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside or Cheshire etc. These five checks will keep your home warmer, safer and cheaper to run without the panic call outs.
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Homeowners… these 5 simple checks can save you £££ this winter.
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Heating & Plumbing 🔥
Keep the heat on and your system efficient.
Service the boiler + test your CO alarm
A routine service catches issues before winter strain hits and verifies safe combustion. Always use a Gas Safe engineer and press the test button on your carbon-monoxide alarm.
Fit a smart thermostat
Nest / Hive / OpenTherm controls improve scheduling and temperature control so you use heat only when you need it. Result: steadier temperatures and lower bills.
Bleed & balance radiators
Cold spots? Gurgling? Bleeding removes trapped air; balancing ensures every room heats evenly so the boiler doesn’t overwork.
Skip it = ££ breakdowns and chilly rooms.
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Roofing & Gutters 🏠
Water is winter’s #1 troublemaker. Keep it out and flowing.
Clear gutters & downpipes
Remove leaves and silt, check joints and fall so water doesn’t back up into fascias, rafters or walls.
Repair slipped tiles & flashing
Wind and frost can crack or dislodge tiles; perished flashing around chimneys/valleys is a classic leak source. Spot and reseal early.
Ridge & brickwork touch-ups
Repoint loose ridge mortar and check storm damage. Small gaps = big ingress.
Skip it = leaks, damp and ££ ceiling/plaster repairs.
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Insulation ☁️
Warmer home, lower bills, less condensation.
Loft / roof insulation
Top up to modern depths and pair with basic draught proofing. Fastest comfort upgrade for most homes.
Walls
Survey first. Add cavity wall insulation if empty; for solid walls, internal or external systems are bigger jobs but deliver the highest impact.
Floors & services
Seal obvious gaps and consider underfloor insulation (particularly on suspended timber floors). Lag pipes in cold spaces to prevent bursts.
Skip it = higher bills, colder rooms and more condensation.
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Brickwork 🧱
Stop water before it reaches the inside.
Repoint failed mortar & hairline cracks
Target chimneys, sills and exposed walls. Fresh, breathable pointing stops water ingress and winter draughts.
Protect the DPC
Keep soil, render and debris below the damp-proof course. Clear weep holes and air bricks so moisture can escape.
Replace damaged bricks
Spalled or crumbling bricks let in water; swapping them now saves internal patching later.
Skip it = damp patches and expensive replastering.
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Draught Proofing 💨
Seal the obvious leaks; keep controlled ventilation.
Doors & windows
Fit foam/EPDM seals, add a door brush, adjust hinges/keeps so latches sit snug.
Loft hatch, floors & gaps
Seal around hatches, skirtings and floorboards. You’ll feel the difference instantly.
Chimneys & ventilation
If a fireplace is unused, use a removable chimney balloon/cap. Keep trickle vents clear for healthy airflow.
Skip it = colder rooms, higher bills and more condensation.
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Quick Signs You Should Act Now
Heating: radiators warm at the top but cold at the bottom; boiler pressure yo-yoing; no recent service.
Roofing/Gutters: drips from soffits, stains on ceilings, plants growing in gutters.
Insulation: rooms lose heat quickly; visible condensation on windows every morning.
Brickwork: crumbling mortar, white salts (efflorescence), damp at skirting height.
Draughts: whistling windows, cold air near floors, loft hatch dust lines.
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Final Word - Prevent > Repair
Winter exposes weak spots. Tackle these five checks now and you’ll avoid emergency call-outs, protect your home from damp and leaks, and keep energy spend sensible.
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