Households urged to use piece of A4 paper before turning heating on
The weather is getting colder and wetter and energy bills have already gone up by another 4% this month - and even bigger rises are on the horizon.
TL;DR
- As temperatures drop, homeowners are urged to check for heat loss before switching on their heating.
- A simple test using a piece of A4 paper can identify gaps in window seals.
- Place a strip of paper between an opening window and its frame, then close and lock it.
- If the paper pulls out easily, the seal may not be making firm contact, indicating a potential heat escape point.
- Draught-proofing a standard window can cost around £50, but prices vary based on the required repair.
- Other signs of heat loss include moving curtains, rattling windows, whistling noises, and visible gaps.