The repairman warned about the most dangerous malfunctions in winter

In winter, household systems in homes run at their limit, and even minor malfunctions can lead to accidents and expensive repairs. On January 30, the Profi service repair master told Izvestia what problems urgently need to be fixed during the cold season.<url>" Eugene Doodle.

"If you notice that the batteries have become cold or are heating up unevenly; you hear whistling, noise or extraneous sounds in the heating system or you see drops, drips or signs of corrosion on the pipes, this means that the system is malfunctioning," the specialist noted.

According to him, the heating system of the house requires special attention. Unevenly warming radiators, extraneous sounds, traces of corrosion and drops on pipes indicate disruptions in communications. If such signals are ignored, the risk of accidents increases, and eliminating the consequences can be much more expensive than timely repairs. The expert stressed that preventive flushing of risers and adjustment of nodes before the heating season significantly increase the reliability of the system and help to avoid emergency situations in severe frosts.

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Windows become an equally important problem in winter. Drafts, sudden temperature changes near double-glazed windows and worn seals lead to the fact that up to 30-40% of the heat can leave the apartment. This increases the heating load and is reflected in utility bills. Doodle explained that the adjustment of fittings and replacement of seals can be carried out even in the cold season, as such work helps to keep the heat in the rooms and maintain a comfortable microclimate.

The expert called the condition of the roof and drainage systems another hidden threat. Snowfalls, thaws, and sudden temperature changes create additional stress on the roof, and even small cracks in the waterproofing can lead to leaks, dampness, and mold. Moisture penetrating into the floors eventually damages the insulation and wooden structures, which increases the scale of future repairs. The specialist noted that timely cleaning of gutters from ice and snow, as well as the elimination of roof defects before severe frosts, help to prevent serious consequences. According to him, there have been cases in practice when a minor winter leak led to flooding of an entire floor.

"Remember: winter does not tolerate delay. Heating and window adjustment are two obvious points that all experts and residents who are faced with the cold season talk about. But no less harm can be caused by a seemingly unobvious problem with the roof and gutters, especially after snowfalls and temperature changes," the expert concluded.

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