Preparing for Winter

Winter has really begun to make it’s presence known now. It’s getting very cold and it probably won’t be long until snow starts falling across the country, grinding everything to a halt as usual. We thought we’d take this opportunity to brief our landlords on the potential damage that can be caused to properties in Winter.

Empty Properties and the Cold
If your tenants are going to be away for the Christmas holidays make sure that the heating is set up to deal with the cold. Freezing weather can lead to burst pipes, a devastating side effect of the cold water in the pipes expanding as it freezes. Draining the entire system removes any chance of frozen water but can be time consuming. Placing the heating on to a ‘frost’ setting ensures water remains circulating within the pipes enough to avoid freezing. Leaving the heating on as normal can be costly but can eliminate the risk of water freezing and mould forming.

Strong Winds and Snow
Strong winds will almost certainly be sweeping across the UK at some point this winter, and to an unprepared household they can present a major threat. Tiles can be blown away leading to leaky roofs. Snow can settle in uncleared gutters, and left to sit, can place a great deal of stress on the guttering.

There can be no guarantee that your property will not be damaged by winter weather, but taking heed of these precautions will significantly decrease the likelihood of damage. For more information on ensuring your property is ready for the winter weather please feel free to contact us at the following address: http://www.lettsliving.com/contact_details.php