It may come as a surprise to learn that the number of claims made for escape of water damage is actually greater in newer properties (pro-rata). A block of flats built after 1990 is nearly twice as
likely as an older property to report escape of water damage, according to Deacon’s analysis of claims.
Nigel Feast said: “Regular maintenance checks are a good idea. You’d be amazed how quickly a small drip or pinhole in a hose can turn into a four-figure claim to repair a kitchen and the ceiling of
the flat below. Yes, the insurance may cover it, but that won’t prevent the distress or disruption that inevitably follows water damage within a home. And, if there are repeated incidences, you will
find that either premiums or excesses will be increased." Read More...
And by taking the opportunity to fit an intelligent automatic stopcock like the Autostopcock, can substantially reduce the likelihood of damage from Escape of Water as it will detect the problem and turn
the water off whether you are there or not.