Great episode. one point on the rock salt, if you have concrete paths it will damage the surface, as it did with mine.
dogbreath
Thanks for these tips. A how-to on those aluminium platforms would be really helpful.
trolleyproblem
With Viessmann boilers it is best to leave them powered on year round but turn off the heating. They have a pump exercise function built in where if the pump hasn't been turned on in 24 hours it will run the pump once a day for a short time to prevent pump seizing.
mattkaramccarthy
i bought 100 kg of rock salt a few years back. picked it up for silly money, a few bob per a bag. i have used it every years since. the stuff is great. as stated in the video. it never goes off. keep it in a dry place. and you are all set every winter.
MinkieWinkle
The pump doesn’t work like that on a Viessmann Boiler. It’s an ERP pump and you need to push the screwdriver in hard and push before you turn it. Also, your boiler uses the pump for the hot water, As do most systems these days. This advice is more suited to a very old gravity system where the pump isn’t used in the summer months. Hope this helps.
AllenHart
I've got some Ikea GU10 non-dimmable LEDs outside for nearly 10 years now. Still work as good as the first day! Highly recommended
wywywywywywywy
Where I am, I expect a total of ~3 m of snow by the end of winter. I prepare for that by renewing my snow removal contract in late September. I don't have your type of furnace - heat-pump with an electric furnace. Totally different. As for gutters, there are aluminium covers that prevent clogging... Outdoor lights? Use "regular" LED lights similar to the ones you used in your attic. Way cheaper and easier to find than these little projector types. I like the grease idea though. As for the garden hose, please remove the spray adapter when emptying the hose. It's faster. I really like your roll-up contraption to store the hose. Rock salt? Well, that's obvious, Cheers
Gal
I was planning to fire up the CH this weekend now you mention it. A few of the other jobs can wait though, we don't get proper bad weather in Devon until Jan/Feb.
caskwith
Tip i use for light bulbs is put some blue tack on bulb glass for removal and fitting then wipe glass with clean cloth.
theCybershot
Great tips. I have a HVAC system instead of a boiler. I’ve had it checked and all my plumbing around my house. Need to replace my security lights and find someone to clean my gutters. Love the garden hose housing you have I need to find that. Currently I manually recoil my hose and carry it to my basement. Still want to paint some trim so I’m hoping I’ll have a few nice days before it gets too cold. Thanks for your video.
Peachcobler
Good stuff this. I also oil outside locks and hinges to keep them moving freely when the cold weather arrives.
derbyshirebirdwatcher
Am I the only one that can relate to "I've got a slightly small one here just to fit in to this hole"? Thanks for the tips, great video as always :)
slackbladder
Thanks for the timely reminder! Gutters are now done.
andy_rb
Great vid Stuart, practical tips nearly as good as your comedy cuts.
deanwellerassociates
On the gutters I suggest a gutter brush. It sits in the gutter and allows water through but keeps lumps of moss and leaves out. Very fine moss gets through but the down pipe can deal with that. It can be a pain to fit and I used cable ties to be completely confident it wouldn't move but I've had no issues with overflowing gutters since.
JA-tiwd
Brilliant again. Getting colder here in Cornwall too!
Gas boiler and fire serviced only Wednesday by BG - check.
Gutters already done and protected by those hairy brush like things - check.
Hosepipe, good thinking - now on the list.
External light, very recently cleaned and working - check.
Salt not needed, council one just up the road (shhh I helps me self) - so check.
And finally wife makes great stew & dumplings - so big check
somewhereelse
Good advice. For many I would recommend using a reputable firm to clear the gutters once a year for less than £100. Getting a safe ladder with all the trimmings is double that, plus the risk isn't worth it. My gutter firm suggested getting some plastic leaf guards for the downpipes which they would chuck in next time they are round. There are some giant pipecleaner things too but they have mixed reviews and more expensive.
frankspencer
Good idea just to switch heating on once a month in summer keeps pump primed I was told .
michaelevans
6.15 broken roof tile.. possible leaker.
Also, I think the visible horizontal groove in the tiles is a minimum headlap indicator....
gibidygubidy
Great tips thanks Stuart. Love these type of videos, really handy. The rock salt one is a good shout - bit like a snow shovel! Keep up the great content 👍🏻
