HOW TO AVOID A BURST PIPE INSURANCE CLAIM: 6 PROVEN TIPS
Insurance should cover a burst pipe. However, it’s still in your best interest to avoid a burst pipe in the first place.
Keep reading to discover some of the most proven ways to avoid a burst pipe insurance claim and other water damage issues.
Be Wary of Cold Snaps in Areas with Warm Climates
If you live in an area with cold winters, your home’s pipes have better insulation against the cold. As long as you keep your home at a normal temperature, you’re unlikely to experience a burst pipe. However, you should be extra cautious if dealing with a cold snap in an area with a warm climate. Homes in warmer areas may have inadequate insulation around pipes, increasing the chance of a burst pipe.
Keep Water Faucets Running Slowly
Moving water through your system can prevent the line from freezing. This can help prevent burst pipes outside of your home.
Spread Warm Air to HighRisk Pipes
The pipes most likely to freeze and burst are along the outside wall or near a window. Be extra careful around these pipes. Consider directing warm air specifically towards these pipes, for example.
Open Kitchen and Bathroom Cabinet Doors
The water pipes underneath your kitchen sink and bathroom sink may be more likely to freeze Open your kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow more air to circulate through the area.
Have Someone Check Your Home When Away
Whether you’re a snowbird or you’re escaping the winter for a brief getaway, it’s important to have someone check your home when away. Insurance may deny a water damage insurance claim if it was left undiscovered for months.
Final Word
Although standard home insurance covers a burst pipe, it may not cover all burst pipe-related damage, and you could pay thousands of dollars out of pocket for your burst pipe insurance claim.
By taking simple steps today, you can avoid a burst pipe in the future.
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