Summer is a good time to have your boiler serviced by an authorised inspector. "Just like a car, a boiler needs to be well maintained in order to keep it operating at its best," the experts at Worcester Bosch explain. "We recommend a yearly boiler service to help ensure that your boiler is running as efficiently and safely as possible."

It's also worth noting that many house insurance policies stipulate that your boiler must be maintained annually, as a condition of your agreement. So, before you start it up for the first time later in the year, read the manual and carry out any maintenance instructions, such as topping up the water pressure. Then, for the annual service, you'll need to hire a professional.

Home maintenance jobs you should do once a year