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flag UK homeowners face costly winter damage from faulty heating systems, especially in older homes with uninsulated tanks and poor maintenance.

flag UK homeowners are being warned about a heating mistake that can cause severe damage and costly repairs during winter. flag Insurance expert Matt Durrant highlights that faulty ballcock valves in loft water tanks can lead to freezing, overflowing, or bursting, especially in older homes. flag Poorly maintained tanks and turning heating too low or off entirely increase the risk, with some damage exceeding £75,000. flag Ironically, loft insulation can worsen freezing risks by making lofts colder. flag Experts urge homeowners to insulate tanks, check valves, maintain heating, and arrange property checks when away to avoid major losses and denied insurance claims.

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