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UK homeowners face costly winter damage from faulty heating systems, especially in older homes with uninsulated tanks and poor maintenance.
UK homeowners are being warned about a heating mistake that can cause severe damage and costly repairs during winter.
Insurance expert Matt Durrant highlights that faulty ballcock valves in loft water tanks can lead to freezing, overflowing, or bursting, especially in older homes.
Poorly maintained tanks and turning heating too low or off entirely increase the risk, with some damage exceeding £75,000.
Ironically, loft insulation can worsen freezing risks by making lofts colder.
Experts urge homeowners to insulate tanks, check valves, maintain heating, and arrange property checks when away to avoid major losses and denied insurance claims.
Los propietarios de viviendas en el Reino Unido se enfrentan a costosos daños en invierno debido a sistemas de calefacción defectuosos, especialmente en casas más antiguas con tanques sin aislamiento y de bajo mantenimiento.