24/08/2026
The Association of British Insurers recorded around 12,000 weather-related burst pipe claims in 2023, with the average claim costing more than £17,000, and most of that damage comes from frozen pipes that burst during cold snaps.
When water freezes, it expands and splits pipework. A single crack can release litres of water an hour, soaking ceilings, floors and electrics. Homeowners across Swansea face this risk every cold snap, especially when pipes run through unheated lofts, garages or outside walls.
The good news is that most of these problems are avoidable. A few straightforward steps - lagging pipes, protecting outdoor taps and running your heating sensibly - can keep water flowing and your property dry all winter.
Have you checked where your vulnerable pipes are located?
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