Upper floors
Check all roof access is safe and all equipment regularly used for building maintenance – such as ladders, personal protective equipment and other inspection kit– is safe and ready to use. If you have valley or parapet gutters, check that they are clear and running freely to prevent water from entering the wall tops and roofspace. Extra caution is needed in icy conditions.
Both
Your electricity system should be checked by a qualified person every five years. Smoke alarms should be regularly tested and cleaned. Remember to replace the batteries too.
Shopfront
Gullies beneath downpipes should be cleared out regularly. If they are not draining away the drain may be blocked.