Lighting

 

Windows without curtains or blinds can reduce the energy efficiency of your home, making it harder to keep warm in the winter, or to keep cool when the sun is shining. You may want to consider installing curtains or blinds, especially if you find it hard to keep your home at a comfortable temperature.

Check out the Good Home Lincs information on Heating and Energy to find out more about insulating and ventilating your home.

 

Good lighting around the home can greatly reduce the risks of accidents happening. It can also help improve your mood. Small repair jobs can have a big impact on your home and your health.

Check out the Good Home Lincs information on Cleaning, Repairs and Gardening to find out more about small repairs and maintenance works.

 

Good lighting around the home can greatly reduce the risks of accidents happening. It can also help improve your mood. It is important to keep your windows clean. Dirt can build up on your windows and block natural light coming into your home and make it harder to see any damage that may need repairing. Ground floor windows can be easier to clean, but windows higher up can be hard to reach. Look for a reputable window cleaner in your area. Asking neighbours or friends for a local recommendation can be a great place to start.

Check out the Good Home Lincs information on Common hazards to find out more about cleaning your windows.

 

Keeping the outside of your property in good condition is an important part of keeping a healthy home and can help prevent damage, injury or problems in the future. Good lighting around the home can greatly reduce the risks of accidents happening. It can also help improve your mood.

An overgrown front garden can also lead to pests, make it appear as if no one is living in the home, or increase the risks of someone tripping or falling. There are many ways to keep your garden tidy, from doing it yourself to employing a gardener.

Check out the Good Home Lincs information on Cleaning, Repairs and Gardening for more information about looking after your garden.

 

Good lighting around the home can greatly reduce the risks of accidents happening. It can also help improve your mood. If your home is dark because you keep the curtains closed you may be more at risk of trips or falls, or it appearing as if no one is living in your home. If you struggle to open curtains because of mobility issues, there is equipment and tools available that can help.

Check out the Good Home Lincs information on Common Hazards to find out more about lighting your home.

Check out the Good Home Lincs information on Adaptations and Smart Homes to find out more about the different types of equipment and support available to help you stay safe at home.

 

Good lighting around the home can greatly reduce the risks of accidents happening. It can also help improve your mood. If you regularly get up in the night, make sure to use a bedside light and don’t walk around in the dark - you can even keep a torch by the bed if your light switch isn’t easy to access.

Check out the Good Home Lincs information on Common hazards to find out more about lighting your home.

 

Good lighting around the home can greatly reduce the risks of accidents happening. It can also help improve your mood. Good lighting is just as important outside your home – so don’t forget to make sure your front and back doors and garage are well lit, and that you can light any darker areas of the garden or pathways.

Check out the Good Home Lincs information on Common Hazards to find out more about lighting your home.

 

Good lighting around the home can greatly reduce the risks of accidents happening. It can also help improve your mood. If your home is not sufficiently well lit by lamps, you may be at greater risk of trips and falls.

Check out the Good Home Lincs information on Common Hazards to find out more about lighting your home.

 

Look out!

Good lighting around the home can greatly reduce the risks of accidents happening. It can also help improve your mood. If you have no working lights in the property, you will probably need to get an electrician to identify the cause.

Check out the Good Home Lincs information on Electrical Safety to find out more about electrical safety at home or to find a registered electrician.