Home draught check checklist

Prepare the inspection0/6

• 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 windows0/6

• 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 action0/6

• 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