When winter comes, you want to make sure your home is properly protected from the outside elements. The wind, rain, and below-freezing temperatures are all things you would rather keep outside, which you can do when you prepare your property adequately. 

There are a few ways you can protect your property from the harsh winter environment. Some of these are the following:

Boiler service and repair

When you don’t service your boiler, you run the risk of your boiler experiencing downtime and having to make expensive repairs. Boilers use water and if the temperature outside goes below freezing, water can expand in pipes, causing them to burst. To prevent this, use insulation on pipes. A central heating system will need regular maintenance and cleaning. Otherwise, you will be spending more money on heating bills. Even if your boiler is just a few years old, you may have to look into getting it replaced. The older equipment like this gets, the less energy efficient it becomes. SEAI Grants available here.

Install a carbon monoxide alarms

Carbon monoxide is a silent killer. It has no smell and poses a greater risk in the winter, when you are more likely to keep your windows and doors closed. Older appliances and pipes may leak the toxic gas, putting your health at risk. A faulty boiler can potentially leak out dangerous levels of carbon monoxide, leaving both you and your family in danger of carbon monoxide poisoning. This is a small investment that may potentially save your life.

Clean your gutters

You will want to clean your home’s gutters and downpipes. Install leaf guards to prevent leaves and other debris from falling into the gutters. This will help you avoid having to clean out the gutters multiple times a year.

Make sure your Insurance is up to date

Make sure your home has insurance that can cover issues when something goes wrong in the winter. Insurance that is up-to-date will give you peace of mind, letting you know that you are covered in the event of a burst pipe or broken boiler.

Weatherproof your property

Winter brings with it challenges when it comes to protecting your home and family. If you are looking for help from a professional boiler service in Dublin, you can contact us to help you prepare your home for winter. Simpson Property Maintenance offers both boiler service and repair, so if you want to be as prepared as you can be, contact us today!