Home draught check checklist
Check accessible windows and doors for draughts, record damaged seals and plan suitable repairs while keeping required ventilation clear.

PREPARE THE INSPECTION
- Choose a cool or breezy day for the check
- List accessible external doors and windows
- Identify ventilation openings that must stay clear
- Gather a notebook and a strip of paper
- Check whether repair approval is needed in your home
- Keep the check limited to safely accessible areas

CHECK DOORS AND WINDOWS
- Inspect visible seals for gaps or damage
- Check whether windows close and latch properly
- Check the fit of external doors around their edges
- Check accessible letterbox flaps and door-bottom seals
- Use a paper strip to compare closure at accessible seals
- Photograph visible damage for a repair request

PLAN APPROPRIATE ACTION
- Record each problem by room and opening
- Distinguish a draught from an intentional air inlet
- Check suitable replacement seals with the manufacturer or repairer
- Ask for professional advice about unclear or extensive leaks
- Keep all required vents and flues unobstructed
- Schedule a follow-up check after approved repairs