The September Homeowner Checklist: 7 Quick Fixes to Save Money This Winter
September is the perfect time to get your home in order before the cold sets in. A few simple jobs now can save you money, prevent problems, and keep your home cosy all winter long. Here’s your essential September homeowner checklist.
✅ 1. Clear Gutters and Downpipes
Leaves and moss build up over summer, and if they’re left, blocked gutters can cause leaks, damp and costly damage. A quick clear-out keeps rainwater flowing and prevents nasty surprises later.
✅ 2. Service Your Boiler
Don’t wait until the first frosty morning to find out your boiler’s given up. Book a service now. It keeps your system running efficiently and avoids expensive breakdowns when you need heating most.
✅ 3. Seal Draughts
Gaps around doors, windows and loft hatches let warm air escape and cold air creep in. Simple fixes like draught excluders, sealant strips or a brush for your letterbox can make your home warmer and slash heating bills.
✅ 4. Tidy the Garden
A neat garden boosts kerb appeal and prevents problems. Trim hedges, cut back overhanging branches, and keep pathways clear. You’ll thank yourself when darker evenings arrive.
✅ 5. Test Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms
It only takes a minute, but testing alarms could save lives. With heating systems about to work harder, make September your reminder to check batteries and devices.
✅ 6. Brighten Lighting
Shorter days mean darker rooms. Swap bulbs for warmer, brighter LEDs, add lamps, and use mirrors to bounce natural light. A brighter home feels cosier — and if you’re selling, far more welcoming to buyers.
✅ 7. Declutter and Reset
Clear out cupboards, wardrobes and lofts before the festive rush. A decluttered home feels calmer, more spacious, and easier to enjoy through winter.
Don’t Leave It Too Late
September is your chance to stay one step ahead. Tackle these quick fixes now, and you’ll enjoy a safer, warmer and cheaper-to-run home all winter.
At Nicholson’s, we always say: look after your home today, and it will look after you tomorrow.
👉 Thinking of selling this autumn? Book your free valuation with Nicholson’s Estate Agents and make sure your home is ready for the market.
