1. Home Appliances

•  Ensure boiler and appliances have been serviced by a Gas Safe Registered Engineer

• Insulate walls and roof (Consider planning for next winter)

• Make sure radiators are free from

being blocked by large furniture

• Set timers for heating

2. Home environment

• Draught excluders – seal in the heat and block out the cold

• Keeping your curtains closed can block out draughts

• Radiator heat deflector – reserves heat to remain in the room

• Keeping doors and windows closed

3. Keeping yourself safe and warm at home

• Using blankets

• Wearing layers – vests, jumpers, cardigans, dressing gowns, thermal clothing & slippers

• Hot water bottles (If safe to do so)

• Wheat warmers and hand warmers

• Electric heated blankets and pads (If safe to do so)

• Electric foot warmer (If safe to do so)

• Warm drinks – thermo flask/cup (If safe to do so)

4. Keeping yourself safe & warm out and about

• Dressing appropriately – winter coats, hat, scarfs, gloves and handwarmers

• Wearing appropriate footwear – boots or closed shoes, consider thick socks

• Stopping for warm drink or a bite to eat

• Consider the weather – Icy, snowy, wet conditions

5. Other useful information to consider

• The Government’s Warm Home Discount
• Ensure you are registered on the Priority Services Register
• Fit a Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm where gas appliances are present
• Consider daily routines and if they need changing, do this gradually to avoid/reduce any upset.

If you suspect carbon monoxide (CO) in your home or notice symptoms of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately at 0800 111 999. Your safety comes first!