House maintenance tips for May

· Check spouting, gullys, drains and down pipes clearing them from leaves and other blockages

· Lay mouse and rodent poison in places where they are likely to seek warmth over the winter

· Block up openings around pipes to seal house and stop mice.

· Wash down house quickly with water to get rid of summer grime.

· Check windows and doors are tight fitting for winter.

· Use draft stoppers at the bottom of doors to retain heat and stop draughts.

· Cut back plants growing against the house especially on the shady side so it will dry out and help keep the house warm.

· Dig up and shift larger plants away from the house.