Be prepared for snow and cold weather, the freezing temperatures can damage your home
If you are affected by a frozen/burst pipes
- Turn off the water at the mains
- If it has caused severe water damage, turn off the electricity supply completely and leave the property until a qualified electrian can inspect the system
- Do not touch the electricity supply if you are standing in water
- Catch any dripping water in buckets, if your ceiling starts to bulge pierce some small holes to allow water to drain through – preventing further damage
- If the ceiling bulges are significant please leave the property for your own safety