Most weather-related house insurance claims are due to burst pipes. Due to the water in the pipes freezing, swelling, and breaking the pipe, the cold weather can cause a pipe to burst. Stress brought on by frozen and ruptured water pipes can be reduced by following a few easy steps.
Find the stop tap and make sure it is operational. You must be able to swiftly turn off the water in the event that a pipe does freeze and burst.
One of the easiest and least expensive things you can do to help protect your property from the cold is to make sure pipes and cisterns are properly insulated. This is especially crucial in non-heated spaces like utility rooms and lofts.
It is a myth that flowing water does not freeze; in reality, it is more likely to freeze in the sink or drain, causing it to clog and eventually spill over, causing damage. Fixing leaking taps or valves also saves water.