Burst pipes and leaks are the most common type of home insurance claim in the UK, and they cost insurers more than almost any other kind of damage. Empty homes are where they do the most harm, because no one is around to spot a leak before it spreads. A pipe that fails in a lived-in house gets caught quickly, but in a vacant property the water can run unchecked for weeks. That’s a particular worry for homes left empty during probate, when the place can sit unattended for months while the estate is sorted out. Continue reading to find out why escape of water tops the claims tables, which empty homes are most at risk, and the simple steps that stop most leaks before they start. What the Claims Data Actually Shows Escape of water is one of the most common causes of home insurance claims in the UK.…
