Top 10 Tips to Keep Your Home Warm and Damp-Free – With Help from Handyman Plus Van!
As the temperatures drop and energy bills continue to rise, keeping your home warm and damp-free can feel like an uphill battle. But don’t worry—Ian Croasdell at Handyman Plus Van has got you covered with some simple, effective, and budget-friendly ways to keep your home cosy without breaking the bank.
1. Invest in Heavy Curtains (The Victorian Trick That Still Works!)
Thick, lined curtains help trap heat inside your home while blocking out cold air from your windows. Bonus points if you add pelmets (the fabric valance at the top of curtains) to stop warm air from escaping!
Handyman Plus Van Tip: If your curtains are too short or thin, I can help install thermal curtains or even fit blinds for extra insulation.
2. Use Draught Excluders
Door draughts can let in a surprising amount of cold air. Use fabric draught excluders (those long, sausage dog-shaped things) at the bottom of doors to keep the warmth in.
Handyman Plus Van Tip: Need custom draught-proofing for your doors? I can seal gaps around doors and windows to stop heat loss and keep your home energy-efficient.
3. Bleed Your Radiators
If your radiators feel cold at the top but hot at the bottom, they might have trapped air, making them less effective. Bleeding your radiators releases the air and allows the hot water to circulate properly, heating your home efficiently.
Handyman Plus Van Tip: Not sure how to bleed your radiator? Give me a call, and I’ll sort it for you.
4. Reflect Heat Back Into Your Room
Instead of letting heat escape through the walls, place radiator reflectors (or even tin foil!) behind your radiators. This bounces the heat back into the room rather than letting it absorb into the walls.
Handyman Plus Van Tip: I can install radiator reflector panels for you—quick, easy, and money-saving!
5. Keep Your Home Ventilated to Prevent Damp
It might seem counterintuitive, but proper ventilation is key to stopping damp and condensation. If moisture builds up, it can lead to mould, which not only looks awful but can cause health problems.
Handyman Plus Van Tip: I can fit trickle vents, extractor fans, or air bricks to improve airflow and prevent damp patches.
6. Use Rugs on Wooden or Tiled Floors
Cold floors can make a huge difference in how warm a room feels. Adding a thick rug helps to insulate and makes it cosier underfoot.
Handyman Plus Van Tip: Need help securing rugs or fitting carpets? Just let me know.
7. Keep Internal Doors Closed
Trapping the heat in one room is a simple but effective trick to keeping warm. If you’re spending most of your time in the living room, keep that door shut!
Handyman Plus Van Tip: Need new door seals or repairs? I can help with that.
8. Cook and Bake More
Your oven and stove generate heat, so using them to cook and bake not only gives you delicious food but also warms your home naturally. Leave the oven door open after baking to let the warm air spread (but be mindful of small children and pets).
9. Use Hot Water Bottles and Heated Blankets
Instead of turning up the heating, use hot water bottles or electric blankets to keep warm in bed or on the sofa. Layer up with jumpers and blankets—your energy bill will thank you!
10. Check for Hidden Leaks
Sometimes, heat escapes through gaps you might not even notice—like holes in walls, missing insulation, or even a hidden water leak causing damp and cold spots.
Handyman Plus Van Tip: I can inspect your home for hidden leaks and help with insulation, sealant, and other quick fixes to stop heat loss.
Stay Warm with Handyman Plus Van
If you need help draught-proofing, sealing leaks, fitting curtains, installing insulation, or tackling damp issues, Handyman Plus Van is here to help!
✅ Affordable home repairs
✅ Damp-proofing and insulation services
✅ Radiator bleeding & efficiency fixes
✅ Door & window sealing for better heat retention
Don’t let the cold take over—contact me, Ian Croasdell, today and let’s make your home warm, dry, and energy-efficient this winter!
💻 Visit: www.handymanplusvan.com
🚐 Serving Swindon & surrounding areas
Stay warm, stay cosy, and keep those energy bills low!
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