Getting your home ready for a Sarajevo winter: a maintenance checklist

Sarajevo winters are cold and can be long, and the best time for maintenance is before you actually need the heating. Here is a simple list to start with in autumn.

Heating and boiler

• Have the boiler or heating system checked by a qualified technician before the cold arrives.
• Bleed the radiators so they heat evenly.
• Check the thermostat and run the system for a few hours before you really need it.

Windows and doors

• Check the seals around the windows and replace worn ones.
• Close the gaps that let cold air in; they push up the heating bill.

Water and pipes

• Exposed pipes in the basement or outside need insulation so they do not freeze.
• Know where your main water valve is before an emergency.
• If the home will stay empty, ask a technician about the best way to protect it from frost.

Roof and gutters

• Clear autumn leaves from the gutters so water and snow do not build up.
• Check the roof after storms; a small leak grows with snow.

Garden and entrance

• Trim branches close to the roof and cables.
• Keep salt or grit ready for the entrance and steps.

Through the quick maintenance section on our website you can request a heating technician, plumber or electrician directly on WhatsApp, with the message already written for that service.