Before travelling, deal with known leaks, check windows and doors, empty vulnerable waste, and decide how heating should be managed for the season.
Understanding the issue
Before travelling, deal with known leaks, check windows and doors, empty vulnerable waste, and decide how heating should be managed for the season.
What to check
Know where the stop tap is and consider whether a trusted person should have access for longer absences. Do not switch off systems that require frost protection without understanding the consequences.
When to get advice
Avoid advertising an empty home publicly. A short checklist makes it easier to leave the property in a known condition.
This is general information, not a substitute for inspecting your property. Do not work on gas equipment or live electrical parts unless appropriately qualified. If there is immediate danger, call 999. If you smell gas or suspect a gas escape, leave the affected area and call the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999 from a safe location. Do not operate electrical switches or use naked flames.
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