Draft proofing usually consists of blocking up gaps that allow warm air to escape. It is often more a series of small jobs than a big installation.

The most important candidates for draft proofing are:

• Windows
• Doors
• Chimneys and Fireplaces
• Floorboards and skirting boards
• Loft hatches
• Pipework
• Old extractor fans
• Cracks in walls

For further information consult The Energy Savings Trust website.