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Heatwave continues: Important reminders to help you stay safe

29 July 2026
With hot weather forecast to continue, we're sharing some important reminders to help you stay safe and comfortable at home.
Female laying on a couch with an electric fan on the table beside her and iced water in a glass in front of it

Keeping cool at home 

During periods of hot weather, there are a few simple things you can do to help keep your home cooler: 

  • Close curtains or blinds in rooms that get direct sunlight, ideally from early in the morning 

  • Open windows when the temperature is cooler, such as in the early morning or evening, if it is safe to do so 

  • Avoid using ovens, tumble dryers and other heat-generating appliances during the hottest parts of the day where possible 

  • Check in on family members, friends and neighbours who may need extra support during hot weather. 

Don't forget these safety reminders 

Hot weather can also increase risks around the home. Please remember: 

  • Never use barbecues on balconies, in communal areas or inside your home  

  • Keep communal corridors, stairwells and escape routes clear at all times 

  • Do not remove or tamper with window restrictors 

  • Never prop open fire doors 

  • Report any fire safety concerns to us as soon as possible.  

Let us know if you need additional support 

Some people can find hot weather more difficult than others. If you have a health condition, disability or personal circumstance that may affect you during periods of extreme heat, please contact us on 0800 432 0077 so we can discuss your situation and make sure we have the right information recorded.  

Please note that we do not generally provide air conditioning units, fans or other cooling equipment, except in exceptional circumstances. 

If a repair issue is affecting your ability to keep your home safe or ventilated during the hot weather, please contact us. 

Looking after your health 

If you feel unwell because of the heat, contact NHS 111 for advice. In an emergency, always call 999.  

For more information on coping with hot weather and recognising the signs of heat-related illness, visit the NHS website - Heatwave: how to cope in hot weather - NHS 

For more home and safety advice, visit our Help Hub (www.a2dominion.co.uk/help).